Replies
-
People sometimes don't think about what they are saying or what it means to the other person. I recently lost a lot of weight due to a lengthy hospital stay, and diuretics for fluid overload. I lost 65 liters of fluid which was about 63 lbs. I have comments like, you must not have liked the hospital food - you don't need…
-
To take it one day at a time. Being aware of my body - I weigh myself every day due to CHF - it is a must - Love yourself enough to do what is good for your body. I love food - and have changed my eating habits. Recently, I went to lunch with a friend. I ordered a Summer Salad with grilled chicken - due to low sodium diet,…
-
I enjoy walking - it gets me out of the house and fresh air - I became disabled in 62 and had to quit work. I am grateful for anything I can do. I recently read that an 8 minute brisk walk is as beneficial as a 30 minute moderate walk. It is enjoyable to me to do what I can to help my body and to keep it as healthy as…
-
I do it after every meal, snack or fluid intake - but honestly, it only takes a few minutes. To me, it is well worth it because it holds me responsible, and increases my awareness of where I am. I am going to try to work on meal planning for a week, so I will know ahead of time. We usually like to just pick what we want to…
-
According to my Dr., I should log anything that turns to fluid and anything I drink. Soup, ice, icecream, jello, and things as such is counted as liquid. I have to do the opposite and have only 1500 ml of fluids per day. If you retain fluid, it might be a good idea to think of limiting. Just offering hints of what my Dr.…
-
It is a challenge to get to the desire weight. For me, it is low sodium. fluid restriction and carbohydrates. Perhaps you could meet with a licensed dietitian to come up with a plan specifically for your needs. My diet was from my Cardiologist - he saved my life - he said when I first came to him, I was drowning. I lost 63…
