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beekeepersgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1423 Posts
Luanne
Cresco
PA
USA
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 Posted - Jan 30 2014 : 03:51:05 AM
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Hi ladies -
I'm tearing my hair out - haven't been able to find much help on-line, so I am hoping one of you might have some suggestions for me. My boyfriend has been on a low sodium diet since he was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. I've managed to do pretty well cooking low salt for him.
Yesterday he had his regular doctor appointment, and was told his sugar and cholesterol are too high, so he should watch his sugar, starch and fat intake.
What can I feed this poor man that has no/low salt, sugar, starches or fat? He is a large man, works outdoors logging and cutting firewood, etc., and isn't going to be filled up with just salad and veggies.
If you have any idea's I'd sure appreciate it!
Thanks,
Luanne
beekeepersgirl #691
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
My blog: finallyafarmgirl.blogspot.com
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
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Posted - Jan 30 2014 : 07:45:19 AM
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Look at a Paleo diet.
Diana
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Jan 30 2014 : 07:52:29 AM
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I have a list of foods which actually lower LDL cholesterol. They are as follows:
Brussels Sprouts - Oranges - Black Beans
Asparagus - Mangos - Sweet Potato
Broccoli - Apples - Peas
Carrots - Peaches - Flax Seed
Okra - Grapefruit - Oats
Eggplant - Pears - Prunes - Berries - Nuts
As for protein, I would suggest lean, organic meats and fish especially salmon. Use only olive oil for cooking.
For starches, use organic brown rice. It is tasty and is very filling and full of other nutritional benefits. My DH makes a stir fry of broccoli, red pepper, onion, tofu and brown rice or rice noodles every night. Seasoned lightly with low sodium tamari, it is a tasty dish.
Keep him away from fruit juices of any kind because they are full of natural sugars. I rarely drink any kind of juice because I have Type I Diabetes. This is sad because I really love fruit juice.
Start to give him non-dairy milk for his cereal. I use unsweetened almond milk on my cereal. This is completely palatable.
The heart reflex point is at on each foot from the big toe joint to the middle of the foot. It would be beneficial to massage this area with the thumb for about 15 minutes every day.
Some supplements may be taken to lower cholesterol and strengthen the heart. Here is a list:
Chromium - 400 micrograms daily - lowers cholesterol and improves overall artery function
Magnesium - 400 milligrams daily - protects against heart disease
The following herbal regimen of supplements is recommended by a director of the American Holistic Center in Chicago to help control or reverse the condition:
Magnesium/Potassium aspartate - one capsule twice a day
Coenzyme Q-10 (CoQ10) - 30 milligrams three times a day
Vitamin C - 1000 milligrams three times a day
Vitamin E - 400 international units (IU) twice a day
Selenium - 200 micrograms once per day
Vitamin B(6) - 50 milligrams once per day
Carnitine - 500 milligrams three times a day
Hawthorn Berry Herb - one capsule three times a day
Ginkgo biloba herb - one capsule three time a day
This concoction may be found in a single capsule at a health food store. Please consult a doctor before choosing to take any herbs or supplements.
The knee squeeze yoga practice is a good exercise to increase circulation.
I know this is a great deal of information. Take a deep breath and have a cup of tea. Take care of yourself so that you may take care of him.
Marie, Sister #5142
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Jan 30 2014 : 07:53:13 AM
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Luanne... I am wondering if a diabetic cookbook might help you with this? You might also want to get hold of a Weight Watchers cookbook, or visit their website for some AWESOME recipes that should fit the bill. Also, there are a lot of great substitutions you can probably use, such as sugar-free applesauce in place of oil in recipes, herbs instead of salt (we don't really use salt at all here, but lots of herbs and spices instead), etc. I also know that there are things you can use in lieu of sugar depending upon the recipe - and sometimes you can just eliminate it all together. It's an adjustment, but this doesn't mean you and your boyfriend are doomed to a rabbit food diet at all! Hopefully some of our farmgirl sisters will share some wonderful tips and recipes to help you make things easier. The main thing is to just stay away from as many pre-packaged, processed foods as possible, but I'm sure you already know that. :) Good luck with this, girlfriend... Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Jan 30 2014 : 08:29:48 AM
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Try the wellness mama website and Doug Kauffman's know the cause website has some good recipes too.
Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
http://nndairy.blogspot.com/
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beekeepersgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1423 Posts
Luanne
Cresco
PA
USA
1423 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2014 : 6:08:21 PM
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Computer crashed yesterday - finally got back on-line. Thank you for all the suggestions - I'm going to check them all out and see if I can figure out how to feed my guy!
Hugs,
Luanne
beekeepersgirl #691
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
My blog: finallyafarmgirl.blogspot.com
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