reversal of heart disease - #15334
I am really stressed about my recent health situation. A couple months ago, I went for a routine check-up, and my doctor told me I have early signs of heart disease. I was shocked because I thought I was healthy enough! I'm 45, pretty active, but I guess my family has a history of this stuff. Anyway, since that diagnosis, I've been researching ways for the reversal of heart disease because I really don’t want to go down that path. I’ve changed my diet, started exercising regularly, and I even joined a support group. But, like, some days I just feel overwhelmed and wonder if I'm doing enough. I keep hearing differing opinions about the reversal of heart disease — some people say it's possible with lifestyle changes, but then others say that's just wishful thinking. I got a blood test recently, cholesterol is better but not perfect, still high. I have this nagging feeling that, are medications the only way out? I’m scared of the future, like, am I too late for the reversal of heart disease? Is it okay to still hope that I can turn this around with diet and exercise alone? Would love to hear what you all think!
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