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Originally Posted by Michael 61
Depending on what your conditions, chronic issues are, yes!
I’m in my early 60s, and have take several meds for various conditions (high blood pressure, pre-diabetes, chronic inflammation, etc) since my 30s.
Doctors have never really discussed lifestyle changes with me, but have always been quick to prescribe meds to “mask” the symptoms.
I started researching my various conditions a few years back. I began to focus on diet (get rid of sugars, seed oils, processed foods, high-carb foods), began a focused exercise routine, brought weight down to a BMI of 22.5.
Today, is a red-letter day. I was told to get off my final med, as all my numbers are in very good to excellent range. No longer pre-diabetic. Cholesterol excellent. Blood pressure in very good range. Inflammation eliminated. Lots of energy, sleeping great. How many people in their early 60s can claim this!
I’m posting this as an encouragement to many out there that feel they will be on these meds for life. There is a way off for some. I realize that everyone’s situation is different, and some need to stay on their meds. But for others, there is a way off, through being laser-focused on diet/exercise/weight.
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Congratulations! I personally know this isn’t easy to do living here because of all of the junk food we are facing at every social event, restaurant, etc.
I had accomplished what you have before I moved here 2 years ago, but have fallen off the keto wagon and am back to square one now with HBP, prediabetes, inflammation, and weight gain after having lost 25 lbs and lowering my A1C from 6.4 to 5.6 just from change in diet prior to our move. It’s been tough finding the motivation to get back on track.
I’ll be 72 next week, and will use your post as the kick in the butt I needed. Thank you for sharing!