My mother has several health issues, and she's been about 70 lbs overweight for years as she's a serious foodie. For health reasons, she decided to adopt a healthier diet limiting white flour and sugar. She incorporates one soup meal per day. Over the last few months she lost 40 lbs and feels much better as all of her numbers have come down, and she's not done yet. Mom will be 94 in January.
Patti….I’m new to your channel and I must say, I’m addicted! I’m a transplanted Yankee…lived in Georgia & Florida for over 30 years. Your attitude is so positive and uplifting, I just love tuning in for a daily dose of southern charm & look forward to aging with a new improved attitude. Thank you for making it so. ❤️
Patti, to reach your age with no health issues is an amazing feat in itself. Not many can say that. Being vegetarian means you have to really eat well 'cause the meat substitutes are usually junk (high in sodium, carrageenan etc.), so supplements and wise veg choices etc. are a necessity. I've seen many an overweight vegetarian and it's likely that they are indulging in junk food..
Ms. Patti! I know this is a year ago but I just wanted to take a moment to say that I love your makeup in this video. It’s very becoming and fresh looking. You are such a beautiful woman inside and out. Keep spreading peace, kindness and tolerance. That’s your gift.
About 10 years ago, (I am 76) my cholesterol was deemed too high and I was put on 20 mg of a statin. Within 20 minutes of taking the first pill, I felt like I was crashing to earth in the elevator that had lost its cables. I called my cardiologist and told her and she reluctantly switched me to 5 mg. After four weeks on the 5 mg dosage, I could hardly climb the stairs, all of my joints and muscles ached. My GP suggested that I go off the statins for a week to see what would happen. I almost immediately resumed my normal life, climbing stairs without trouble, getting off the toilet without trouble, so I went back on the statin for the last week, and then had my cholesterol tested. Yes it was down! But! I asked my GP to prescribe another form of Stattin and she told me that if I wanted to live a good life, then I should watch my diet. become a vegetarian which I could not do …..but I do watch what I eat …..no processed foods, Lots of fruits and vegetables, small portions of meat, chicken and fish. My life is good, and I do not have to take medication of any kind. By the way I forgot to mention that my father died of a heart attack at the age of 49 and my brother had a triple bypass at the age of 61 so it does definitely run in my family. No, I would like to lose the 7 pounds I have gained during Covid and so I guess I’m going to have to give up sugar. I like your idea of promising myself one day at a time!
No statins here, I had a major blockage and they put a stent in. Everyone is different and vegetarianism didn't work for me but Carnovire did. I'm down 80 lbs and no longer on any meds of any kind. I was also a type 2 diabetic, and all my blood work is now normal, and I no longer have to take insulin. Patti, you do what works for you, and ignore the haters and their internet medical degrees. :)
Wow that's SO great. Wondering do you eat potatoes..like a baked white and a baked or roasted sweet one ? It's something I just don't want to give up..I stopped eating rice and pasta for the most part. I mostly eat fish ..chicken and potatoes and veggies. No weight issues..but I have high BP from stress. I'm 70.
I've always thought you looked healthy and now you've proved it. Could you please do a "what I eat in a week"? What you decided to do about medication is between you and your doctor - NOT between you and your followers. We don't have to know everything. I think you look AMAZING no matter what age you are. Huge Hugs to you!🥰❤
I disagree with you. The fact that Patti has turned her results around without meds is an important fact that needs to be discussed. Too many people jump at taking medication the minute a doctor introduces it to them. The problem today is people don't want to put in the effort to resolve issues because it's so much easier to take a pill. However, those pills start to cause other issues. I watched my father suffer for 10 years before he died because the meds made him miserable. On the other hand, my mother refuses to take any medication and is in her late 90s and still healthy. She eats lots of raw foods instead of meds. I think that says something. I'm in my mid 70s, and also do not take medications and doing fine.
I went on a 20 hr fast and 4 hour eating window 6 months ago. It was hard at first but now seems easy. We took all sweets out of the house. No cookies, chocolate, sugar in drink or cakes and pies. Occasionally we splurge but rarely. I’ve lost 15 lbs. comfortablely in my size 14 jeans. If I would get good with cycling it would get even better. Congratulations! My favorite treats are popcorn or a baked apple with cinnamon no sugar.
Hi Patti, you are Fabulous! I also included fasting a few days a week into my lifestyle highly recommend so seamless my question for you is what did you mean when you said you have cheated?🤷♀️
I started TRE, time restricted eating, after being sick. I realized its easier when you cut sugar, no drastic blood sugar drops making me feel awful. Getting sugar out of the house is key!
10 years ago I gave up all sugars, grains and starches. I lost about 40 lbs over the years and completely stopped all snacking especially at night. I was huge night time eater and it’s so wonderful not to be driven to eat all the time. You look wonderful Patti!
Patti, this is my first time viewing your channel. I turned 70 three days ago and have the same issues. Heart disease in the family, high BP and on meds. High cholesterol even after losing 50 lbs. Cannot take statins. Now I’m taking Red Yeast Rice and it has brought my cholesterol numbers into normal range. Even with that I still have to maintain a very strict whole food plant based diet or my numbers go up. You look wonderful and I’m happy to have found you.
Well done!! 4 years ago I had a heart attack and a stent put in. I was very overweight and started a weight loss plan as soon as I got out of hospital. My life is worth a lot to me and I was full time guardian to my 2 grandchildren and I wanted to see them with their children. I am allergic to statins so I don't take them. You look so amazing for 79 so obviously you're doing such a lot right ❤️
@@thespear4083 poison, really? Where’s the data to support your statement? Oh let me guess you read it in some liberal newspaper. Fact of the matter is that statins will remodel plaque that has accumulated in your arteries. This process of plaque deposition starts around the age of 12 thanks to our all American poor diet of fast food and processed food. Think about this….you are born with an LDL of 25. It doesn’t stay that way for too long again thanks to the American diet and bad genes. So you lost 13 lbs. Bravo, unfortunately that doesn’t mitigate a life time of plaque accumulation. Then again, if you made it to 80 with your high cholesterol it’s really too late to derive much benefit by adding a statin now. Just hope your plaque are nice and solid like concrete so they don’t break off and embolize to your brain, heart or lungs. Let this be a lesson, check your cholesterol levels early in life and get on statins as soon as your LDL is over 70.
Happy to hear that you are moving in a positive direction with your health. I’m 70 and a year ago I took a big step in improving my health. I, too, am “healthy”. I take no medication. I went Keto (I am a meat eater.) So I am eating meat and vegetables. It took a year, but I have lost 50 pounds. I haven’t weighed this little in nearly 40 years. Here’s to your health and to many more years of enjoying your fun videos!
Take red yeast rice. It is a natural statin. I take 2 in the morning 2 in the evening for years now! I’m 73 and I have had the heart test that shows calcium around your heart. Each time they call me and say congratulations you have have zero calcium around your heart! It is much better than a statin drug! You look fantastic!
Team Keto here too! ❤ I am 5’6” and 135lbs. Same weight I was 20 yrs ago when I married the love of my life. Great job staying on top of your health. Not one single eating style is good for everyone. Glad you found yours and it’s working for you!
I just tossed down a couple of handful of salty chips, I need to stop this bad habit, so glad you're on a healthy food challenge, you're an inspiration to all of us women...
Timely this video. I'm 69 years old and vegan. Over the past year or so, and I'm not sure why; probably because I have a good blood pressure monitor, I decided to go ahead and do a reading for the hell of it. It was higher than normal. Last July I started tracking it every day and the numbers were in the 130's and 140's even the odd 157 and instead of taking good note, I just kept tracking and living my normal life. I wasn't fully aware of what levels Stage 1 and 2 hypertension were. My bad, I should have looked that up. I thought that because I was vegan, under 130 pounds and fairly good with light workouts, I didn't really have to worry. What I didn't realize was that I was too inactive, ate too many processed foods, including potato chips (often), all which contain high levels of salt. Add to that, I didn't drink enough water. All that changed when I got off the plane in Ontario to visit my daughter, and discovered my BP had soared to 190. My daughter took me right to the hospital. By the time I got to triage, my BP read 201! Blood was taken to ensure my kidneys were not the problem, which thankfully they were not and I was given a prescription. I wasn't too happy with how quickly that was taking the readings downward so I decided to look up: 1) the biggest causes of high BP and the 2) the best things you can do to fix it. I cut out all added sodium from my diet instantly and counted up any that showed up in the foods I ate, determined to keep the count below the recommended amount of 1200 gr. I started drinking a lot of water in the day, added fibre rich whole foods and cut out most all of the processed foods. I started walking, every day for 40 minutes. We have bears here back on Vancouver Island so I decided to get a desk treadmill that I could walk on while watching RUclips videos. Very quickly my BP readings were in the 120's and below where they should be. I just want to point out here, that I felt absolutely FINE throughout this entire episode. No ill effects physically AT ALL! When they call this the silent killer they do so for very good reason. People die every day from this and I'm sure a lot of the stats point to high BP as the prime culprit. Gladly I was able to stop the meds a week after I got home and tracking this, I seem to be doing really well. Thanks for this video. Everyone should be tracking BP for sure!
Wow, It's a good thing she got you to the hospital! I live in Ontario too, and we have an excellent cardiac unit in our local hospital. My husband had a 99% blockage, about 10 years ago, and had to be fitted with 2 stents. They call his type of cardiac issue, the 'widow-maker'. If he hadn't gone to the doctor, he'd likely be dead long ago. High blood pressure is nothing to take lightly! I'm glad you're better!
Dropping refined carbs will drop ur insulin production and allow your kidneys to process salt again. You will then lose excess water and your hypertension will go. Its not always as simple as blaming Salt.
@@Britbabe53 you will likely end up with no meds reqd for bp then. (assuming you are on them now). When back to say 110 / 78 use salt as u wish. Salt to taste. You will see when ur healthy and all working again as u should, salt doesnt alter ur bp much at all. If you crave Salty food like chinese, drink water with it and ur bp wont move.
Thank you for this post. At 72, I don't take any medications either. I've followed a Mediterranean eating plan for most of my adult life with years of no animal products thrown in. Until a serious bout of depression earlier this year, I walked almost every day and maintained my weight easily. But like you, I grew tired of it all and allowed myself to eat whatever I wanted and didn't walk. In October, I decided to be kinder to myself, and I started walking again (love those endorphins!) and stopped eating most processed foods, and went back to a Mediterranean style of eating, letting go of 12 lbs of excess weight. Now, all I have to do is find a new doctor. Living in SW FL, I'm finding this much more difficult than losing weight. Your post has encouraged me to persevere and find the right practitioner for me, and I'm hopeful I'll succeed. Congratulations on your success! And thank you for your honesty and for sharing your thoughts. I wish you all the best! Take good care!
Good for you, I too am fighting to stay off of statins and I’m a nurse! I’m so glad to see you back and you look great. I think your approach to weight loss is what will help us all. Love you.
A year after you posted this, I stumbled upon it and it's so timely and encouraging. You're so beautiful and real and I thank you for the encouragement. 🙌
I gave up sugar and most carbs 3 years ago at age 69. I wish I had done it years ago. Like you, I don't take any meds, not even aspirin. But my weight, A1c, blood pressure and lipid profile was horrible. Being a vegan you may not believe me when I say since eating a high fat high protein diet (eggs, meats fish) ALL of my labs are now within normal , healthy limits. The first two months were difficult until I became fat adapted. In the absence of instant glucose from sugars and carbs your body is forced to burn its own fat. I am now at my ideal weight and eat as much acceptable food as I want. My brain works better and I am no longer worried about stroking out. It is never too late.
My niece is a nurse practitioner. I'm glad you had that check up. High blood pressure and high cholesterol are both not a good thing, please let's both take these medical issues seriously. 🙏
Cholesterol is a scam. My husband's triglycerides were over 1800. He had a blockage test and had no blockages. His Cholesterol has been off the charts since I met him in 2008. I told him to throw away the toxic meds and he's never taken any since. You are one of the most beautiful ladies for your age I've ever seen!
I’m inspired! I went off sugar 2 months ago and feel SO much better. Last week I did some Christmas cookie baking and ate a few. A couple hours later I felt yucky! So I’m back to sugar free again. I’m 50 and it’s getting tougher to keep the weight off. It’s an effort but worth it. You look gorgeous and I love your mantle! Merry Christmas from Texas.
That is exactly how I was feeling, Patti. I used to walk all the time. I used to eat lots of sugary things and processed foods. I finally got so sick of seeing how I looked in pictures (I never could see myself until it came to a photo)that I had to do something. Finally doing what you did but food has become soooo expensive! I cook from scratch. Grocery is my biggest expense! Even with no wine, no surgery things and no processed foods. Lots of veggies, protein (chicken or fish or eggs), and some fruit. Hope I can lose 20 lbs.
Congratulations on your weight loss! I am seventy four and I am in the process of weight loss, so far, I have dropped 10kg. I know weight loss when older is daunting and can make us look older, so far for me, so good. We appear to be similar in many ways, even have a similar look!
Thanks for sharing. It’s often in the little things; small changes. I am not a vegetarian, but have recently cut out my beloved milk, sugar, cut way down on butter, and started reintroducing daily fruit and vegetable shakes. Doing these simple things alone, has enabled me to lose 10 pounds in the past month. Now, that was not my goal, it just happened that quickly. But, now, it is levelling off to about 1 1/2 lbs. a week (my goal). I have had a heart attack, do have high blood pressure, (but normal cholesterol) for which I have taken a long list of medications, since I was 40. I am now 63, and want to try to not have to take so many drugs, and or at least cut the doses. Like you, I like to do a lot of research in respect to my health, rather than relying solely on a medical professional’s opinion. This comes from the experience of a doctor not handling a medical condition of mine properly in the past. As a patient, it is good to advocate for yourself.
Hi Patti, this is my first time to your channel and I have to say I was fascinated by everything you had to say. You look absolutely amazing for your age and your complexion is beautiful. I am 67, live in the UK and I have just lost 6.5 stone, which I am very proud of, although ashamed of myself at the same time for allowing myself to get that heavy. I shall certainly be watching you and following your progress, so happy to have found your channel. Take care x
Gosh Patty, you are a gorgeous,kind,so softly spoken,generous with your time woman, congratulations on the weight loss,but also for being so diligent in trying to do the best for your health, you inspire me so much,best wishes to you,thank you so much🙏❤️
You're truly amazing, Patti! If you don't want statins you don't have go there. You have stayed healthy without medication for 79 years and make informed decisions that have worked for you. Doctors are used to pushing medication, but its not for everybody and not everybody wants or needs it. All the best on your new regime, its obviously working very well for you. Lots of love from Western Australia xxx
You look absolutely wonderful, by the way! Just beautiful! So glad you take such good care of yourself, because you are, obviously, a very good hearted, nice person! I really appreciate your videos!
What a great video - congratulations on your lifestyle changes- what a gift to yourself and yes I would love to see a what I eat in a day - great to see you back !
Thank you! I’ve been obsessive with no results! I’ve been thinking of giving myself some grace and just eating “ right” and walk and allow my body to heal! You are amazing! I’m 73 and adjusting to aging and you’ve been part of my healing! Thank you😍
I was as adamant as anyone could possibly be about not taking statins until my doc went over all the risk factors that I fell under so I finally relented. I have been on Rosuvastatin for several years now and have not noticed ANY difference in the way I feel or experienced any side effects. I think the one thing that made the decision for me was the high risk of stroke. I would rather have a heart attack and die than to have a stroke as I have seen the aftermath of that. I agree it must be a personal decision for each person and we are so lucky today that we have the many resources to do our own research in order to make the best decision for us.
I agree. It is a personal decision….I did the rosuvastatin also. My numbers immediately dropped into low range and I feel absolutely no side effects. Just a share. Cause if you decide to go with the meds. It does not represent a failure
@@melindaberger3204 I am planning to have a discussion with my doc about the statins at my appointment next month. Just watch Dr. Berry's video (here on youtube) last night regarding a new cholesterol/statin study. It seems that the statins might not be the be all end all after all.
I severely fractured my shoulder in April (I'm 65 with osteoporosis). I've been living/sleeping in my recliner for over 2 months. So of course I've gained 5-8 pounds. I'm looking to lose a few. Since I'm feeling a bit better, I'm getting a few short walks during the day. And yes, the issue with PCP. I now have a NP as my primary, very recent. My PCP of many years retired. Thank you for all you do!
Just found you on RUclips, I really enjoy your videos. I’m 70 and too had some test as I was concerned about my cholesterol as my mum, grandmother, and two brother have had heart attacks. I have like you done so much research about statins . At present I don’t take any medication and I will not take statins or blood pressure tables. I take a 30 min walk a day and take no processed food. This life style that I do is only in the last 6 months. My doctor decided I should have a blood test . The results are in and I’m so happy that my cholesterol was 3.6 and everything was normal. With a little effort it can change so many things. Thank you for your videos and I enjoy following you.
Hi Patti so so pleased to see you back and doing so well. I’ve kept checking for notifications and you made today special🎉! You’ve done so well and thank you for inspiring so many of us on life’s interesting journey. Lots of hugs 🇬🇧☘️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Patti, I am with you, I changed my lifestyle to plant based. I was only 46 I was on so many medications. I have gone off almost all except my thyroid medication. I did this lifestyle change after meeting with a PA who works in the local trauma hospital emergency department. She opened a wellness center part time to help people treat the cause of the problem than to get out on a RX to only stop symptoms. I stand with you 💯. I know when I eat something my body doesn’t like, my energy plummets, I will also get a of inflammation. Do what is best for you!! You know your body better than anyone else. ❤❤
Patti, you look radiant!!! The lost pounds and better stats have made a big difference for you. I’m glad you’re feeling better and will root for you in your continued journey. When I stop having my glass of wine each night and eliminate sugar, the pounds evaporate and my energy soars. Thank you for sharing your story !!!
Patti, congratulations! You look great and I can tell you feel better! I am glad you are not on statins. I took myself off a high dose of statin , two nasty blood pressure meds, and more by making lifestyle changes . I also have a family history of cardiovascular disease. I DO eat meat, eggs, fish, and really limit dairy and fruit. I have digestive issues which make eating kind of complicated but O can do it! And so can you! Please share your meal ideas! ❤
You're such an inspiration! I'm one of those people that had problems with a staten I was given so they gave me a different one. Problems are mild compared to the first pill but still there, so I want off. I'm a complete carboholic but I understand things have to change. I'll join you on your no sugar, no salt diet and hope I'm mature enough (75) to not cry about it. Thank you so much for sharing this!! 🙂💕
Thank you for sharing your experience with us Patti, I’m 61 and have been battling the high triglycerides mainly and high cholesterol since I was in my 30’s . But only very minimal. The past few years with so much sadness and stress in my life my momma passing and my kitty Bella my best friend passing and I have PTSD REALLY bad I am a sugar addict not so much salty chips I don’t like salt to much but it was the sugar., cakes , cookies , oh and chocolate. So I did the same thing you did and completely stopped sugar, pasta, white bread etc. I lost 25 lbs and went into have my annual bloodwork and all my cholesterol numbers were normal and my triglycerides went down 110 points. I felt great , but unfortunately with all the sadness and stress I picked up those sugary treats way to often so I know I need to cut down so I don’t ruin all the hard work I did to drop those numbers. And I did gain some weight rite back UGGGGG. So now I’ll save my treats for special occasions. I do eat low sugar oat meal often with chia seed and walnuts and almonds. And blueberries. I love my Decafe coffee and use Stevia, it’s a natural sugary substitute and just fish or chicken, broccoli 🥦 lots of it. Lol Cheerios and unsweetened almond milk. Sugar free greek yogurt. Roasted Fresh garlic with my meals . Berries are great for you too. And a small banana in my cereal or oat meal. Also have organic almond butter. So any who I need to get back on the great track I was on . And like you I did have a treat now and then. I’m saving my treats now for the holidays. Oh and I have become a label reader. I look at saturated fat and cholesterol. Try to stay with foods that say zero saturated and zero cholesterol . I can chat about this all day with you but just wanted to share. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤lots of peace love and light
How in the world did u do it? The chips and SUGAR!! I've been doing the intermittent fasting. Not too bad. Have other things interfering with my doing exercises. Not to make this too long. Love those blue clothes u bought. Thanks for being you! I'm 80. Hard to believe that sometimes.
I forgot to add that you always look amazing ,and healthy looking you are an inspiration to us older ladies .iv really missed your videos, but I do understand you need to have some me time sometimes.sending love to you and your family xx
Hi Patti .. so happy to see you back! We are 2 peas in a pod when it comes to chocolate and chips, etc. I haven’t had my blood work done for a while now but I have gained weight and not happy about it! We are going to PCB for the winter and 6 months ago I said “ok I have 6 months to lose some Weight and guess what … now it’s getting down to the wire and I still haven’t done anything!! Well this video has inspired me to start cutting out the salt and sugar as much as possible and get doing some walking. I would love to see some Ideas for lunches and dinners that you use .. I already usually have oatmeal with walnuts for my breakfast each morning. Congrats to you for doing so well. Thanks Patti
Have you considered fasting, only eating 2 meals daily during a window of time within a 6 hour period. Plus do not eat anything after 6pm every single day, and don't start eating before 10am, if you reduce your calories to 1000 daily, you'll lose weight.
Thank you for this message, it is inspiring for many people that know they need to do what you've done but put it off for too long, some until its too late. I also am one of those, I'm 77 this year and hearing you talk made me make a new promise to myself to say what you did every morning. Start by saying "I can do this just for today"...Thank you for sharing your story. I'm hoping I can do it too.
Like you I have a family history... I am a nurse and not a supporter of statins but my Cardio put me on a low dose of Rosuvastatin and it made all the difference with lifestyle changes too. I will be 68 in Jan...keep up the good work!
I'm also on Rosuvastatin, 5 mg. I said I didn't want to take them and I was able to control my cholesterol with food and working out, but found out I had plaque in my arteries in my legs and my dr said I know you don't want to take a statin but do you want to have a stroke or heart attack? I went on them with no side effects. Sometimes we just have no choice. I'm 72.
@@susanb6629 I see this post is a year ago. But wondered how you were doing with the statins after that long? I take the same dose. I feel weaker in my my core, and lower back. However the Cardiologist says that side effects are generally in the legs. I feel it's probably the wt I've gained and age ,82. I was fine and walking a lot before pandemic. Then restrictions kept us home, a lot. However all my numbers are great.
@@QChord4Fun im still on them. I have had no side effects as far as I know. I do have arthritis in one of my hips that has been giving me problems but I'm sure that has nothing to do with that hopefully. I think as we get older we are going to develop different things with our bodies. I hope you continue to go back to walking its really good for you to stay active.
I'm 43 and I started watching your channel. My mom is 79 and turning 80 in March 2024. Like you, she is not on any medication which she is very proud of. She also lost a little weight. She likes to walk about to walk about 3-4 miles a week and does a belly flattening video also. I'm learning all that I can now. I'm overweight and not in the best health. I'm pre-diabetic and I have elevated cholesterol but not high enough to take medication. I'm like you in that I do NOT want to be put on a statin! I'm very impressed about your video you did about how you present your hands. I put in my amazon wishlist the pro cure bruise remedy that you recommended. I don't need it yet but I'm just getting ready. Ha ha I love watching you. You're very inspiring! :)
Congratulations!! I think I could literally live on sweets. I have been thin my whole life and now, at age 55, I'm battling the voice in my head that says "just eat what you want you've earned it" and still wanting to eat healthy. It's a real struggle. Really looking forward to your upcoming videos!!
I could live on sweets and junk food too. I'm 72 and the struggle is real. It takes all the willpower I can muster not to put a bag of Reese's Cups or Double Stuffed Golden Oreos or ice-cream or Little Debbie's.... in my shopping cart.
Patti, everyone has the right to manage their health THEIR way. Good for you. I am 65 and have been a vegan for a little over 4 years and will not listen to anyone who attacks the way I choose to eat. I do not attack them for the way they want to eat. It’s personal…and I feel great. Love listening to you. 💕
I assumed you were on "vacation!" You have to take breaks from this type of work! You are so straight forward and upfront with your viewers. This was very informative. Thank you so much. I love your "just for today" mantra. You look so pretty with the turquoise jewelry! ~ Belinda🌺🌺🌺
Great video. Would love an update on what you eat, generally. Best wishes to you and Jim, and your whole family this Christmas season. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication in putting out all your posts.
You ALWAYS have my respect … and I’m not a vegetarian … but … you encourage us to do research & homework to know what’s best for EACH one of us … you give pertinent aspects & details of your journey… that gives me the impetus to continue my best journey !!! What more could anyone ask ?!! GOOD LUCK-BEST WISHES-& I know you’re going to find the best results for you & your sweetie pie as you journey on together 😘
You truly are an inspiration. You've done your homework and you are doing what needs to be done to be healthy. I'm sure this video has resonated with many of us, including me. Thank you for sharing this with us. I would love to see a video on what you eat in a day. God Bless you Patty!
Pattie congrats on the weigh loss. Life gets interesting as we get older doesn't it? I remember each time I've gotten news I wasn't happy about from the doctor. Every year seems to bring some unwelcome news. Some I can't do much about some I can. Funny tip. We went on a cruise to the Mediterranean 2 weeks ago. People asked if we gained the usual cruise weight. We laughed and explained that with the constant walking up and down what seemed like a thousand stairs and walking all over we both lost weight. So walking does work for weight loss folks. I'm back to a less strenuous life style which is kinder to my 70 year old arthritic and worn out bones. And back to watching my eating choices too. But it can be done.
You look beautiful Patti. Thank you for sharing your health journey & experiences. CAD runs in my family and I’ve had several events. Congrats to you for your dedication to your health. ♥️
I've lost 40lbs since August. I take prednisone, which makes you gain weight, but also makes it very difficult to lose weight. and after 10 years of taking it, I'd put on 50+ pounds. Once I decided to really focus on my health and weight, I found it easy to lose weight. I do eat meat, but it's not a major part of my diet.
Please try to get off the prednisone. It ruins your bones if you take it for a long time. My mother had 5 vertebrae collapse due to taking it. She was in pain until she died.
You are talking about me! I read BRIGHT LINE EATING, now I understand how my brain works when I have terrible cravings...wow. It worked with me. I started with Keto and lost 40 lbs, this book helped me to keep the weight off for 2 1/2 yrs now.
Hi Patti, I have many health issues and I have hbp for one. I also have type 2 diabetes. I take insulin for that and metformin. My mother died at 46 and her brother died at 39 and their father was 72, all died of a blood hemorrhage. My mental and physical health was better than theirs. My sister, ten yrs older, died in her eighties. My mother’s mother, reared me from the time I was born, she died at 84. I think we all have our own journey to live and path to CHOOSE. I believe that choice can add to or shave off years drastically. Choose an environment that makes your life fulfilled ...happy, clam, loved wise and that is better than ANY pill. Live without guilt and anger, give your heart to those who deserve it and be kind. Oh and learn to forgive and do your best. Those things don’t come in a bottle. Think pretty thoughts. Be happy for others. You got it ❤❤❤...skip that Drs pill. LOVE PAM
Everyone is different, , here we see a lucky lady, she's very beautiful,had a good job as an air hostess. When your happy in life it all helps. . As we age we all get things wrong unfortunately m my GP said we all gotta get something. He's right. History or not , we'll get something.. there's heart attacks and stroke in our family. I'm nearly 70. God bless ❤
I would just like to say how much i enjoyed watching your video on how you lost 13 lbs. i believe that your wonderful and kind attitude have played a huge part in your health! I love your kind soul and i believe that shows in all your videos!
Congrats, Patti, for finding something that works for you! I'd like to add that there is a more advanced LDL test that can actually separate the two types of LDL. Your number may be high because of the "better," fluffy LDL. There are YT videos about this. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
If your HDL is above 60 and your Triglycerides are under 100 the LDL isn’t as important. Saturated real fats are NOT the problem. It’s the processed carbs and Seed oils (canola, vegetable, corn, cottonseed, all factory made oils) that are the throngs to eliminate. Eat real unprocessed foods
You look wonderful Patti. There is such a light and sparkle in your eyes. I am so glad you are doing well. I am so happy that you are willing to share your meal plan for a day. I would like to look and feel as good as you do.
I am 65 yrs old, and have been a vegetarian since 1992, so I highly recommend vegetarian diet, but I am also a sugar-holic. That is my hardest obstacle to control, but I have been known to do it for a short term. I know I need to cut the sugar out again to lose the ten pounds that seem to stick on me, but it is hard, because I also deal with depression. Eating sweets is a way I get through tough times, even though that is not logical. There is just something about being able to make yourself "happy", even if only for a few minutes, with something you like to eat. I am not overweight, but due to menopause, the abdomen is like velcro with the fat, so that is where I show it first. I think it is great that you find your healthier diet easy to do! I know eating carbs makes you crave more carbs, so it is hard to cut them out, at first, but it does get easier after you detox a bit. This video is now a year old, so I don't know what decision you made about the prescription, but my own mom is 93 years old, and still doesn't take any prescription meds. I am a firm believer in staying active to stay healthy, and she is the poster child for that! She is still ballroom dancing, and she didn't start doing that until she was 91 years old! She is amazing! Like you said...it is YOUR decision to make...but keep educating yourself on the natural options you have out there, and don't let the medical profession, however well meaning they are, talk you into doing something you don't want to do. I am a pharmacist, but I am not a big believer in loading up on drugs. That is how medicine is practiced now, though...they do not cure anything, they just treat symptoms. One drug leads to another, and boom...you need a suitcase to carry all your prescriptions. Best thing to do is educate yourself to the nth degree! That will help you make the best informed decisions about your health.
A vegeterian diet can cause depression especially for blood group zero. Also, how can you advice a vegeterian diet? Its a bad idea. Best to eat lean protein and fish than all the sugars, processed food, gluten...
I love you! I think I’ve tried all the statins and they just make my bones and muscles ache so I’ve been depending on diet and exercise! you are an amazing person! I feel that your videos are such a help to me and everyone thank you!🥰
Patti, I totally support you in taking charge of your own self. Many people would rather take a pill and hope it works. I am like you I will do whatever it takes to control my health without pills, my husband has just lowered his numbers with diet and it does work but you must follow it more days than not. Merry Christmas to you and Jim!
So nice to see you, haven't been getting notifications. Congrats on your lifestyle and losing weight. I'm 75 and on the same journey, have lost 18 lbs, need 10 more off. Wishing you the best and hope to see you again.
I eat in moderation fruits salads fish chicken and a little meat.I love fresh juice and milk 🥛 I will be 79 this month. I do not drink or smoke and no drugs.
I actually stumbled on your blog this morning and so glad that I did! I am 70 and had a wake up call like this on my semi-annual check up this week. I have unfortunately inherited high cholesterol from my mother. I am fairly thin and already walk 5 times a week , yet my cholesterol has reached an all time high. My family practitioner wants to put me on a statin as well and having been on one years ago, I refused. My mother has always taken statins and now has dementia. When I tried them my feet and legs hurt so bad I could barely walk and this was when I was only 50! I have never considered going directly to a cardiologist but after hearing your story I plan on finding one to hopefully get a second opinion with guidance and have also been researching for a heart healthy and anti inflammatory diet. I realize That too much sugar in my diet is probably a huge contributor to my current state. Good luck with your plan and thanks for the inspiration I have needed!❤
Yes! I’m 60 and used to be thin, but last few years I keep gaining weight, eating desserts and not exercising. I know I have lost my beauty. My face is definitely wider & abdomen is quite large, though I do have an abdominal hernia. I’m listening to you for the first time and truly hope and pray I can start towards a new healthy body!
Congratulations on losing that weight! I also have managed to lose the same amount as you and feel so much better for it! Thanks also for subscribing to my channel and I hope you enjoy my watercolor painting videos! I’m living in France right now but I’ve visited Florida several times and love your country! Best wishes, Diane xxx
Thank you , I'm 68, going thru the same health issues, enjoyed the discussion, as we age , we need all the sharing of opinions and knowledge to help with our decisions regarding our health.
Patti, let me first say this post will save a lot of lives. Trust and believe!! Love and hung onto every precious word. Looking forward to hear about changes in how you’re going to do holidays. My husband and I are making changes too. I’ve past this post on to others
Congratulations! The CT scan you had saved my husband’s life. It really is individual. Statins worked for him and almost crippled another family member. Each of us has to figure out what works for our body and situation.
Glad to see you back Ms Patti. I’m so pleased you have a good Care Plan set out for yourself by your Doctor. You do what is right for you Patti. Missed you. Lot’s of Love , Cathy from Scotland 🏴 xxx
Thanks, Patti, I find myself in about the same situation/journey as you. I know I have needed to "adjust" my lifestyle for a while; though I am very healthy. I have decided I will do this also, to maintain a lower HDL/BP. Thank you for your encouragement on being okay with healthy life changes!
I’m vegan mostly , plant based and in my 70s great health and lost the weight, no medication Did all the other high protein ones but I just couldn’t survive without my carbs so it’s all carbs now, fruits n vegetables, I’ve honestly never felt so good and feel satiated as I didn’t before You look just wonderful 🥰
Thanks for your honesty with this subject and the challenges you shared good for you that you evaluated the media thing and took the break you needed. Your makeup looks especially wonderful and radiant.
I’m 66, overweight, not the healthiest of lifestyle and definitely need to make changes. I just stumbled upon your video. And sitting here watching you, it strikes me that you are an absolutely stunning woman. And the inspiration you give is invaluable. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I'm 69 and don't have any problems but I do need to go take a General Check Up just to make sure that everything's OK. Thank for being a good motivator. Much love and keep on doing you. ❤❤❤❤❤🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾👍
It's incredible that you're almost 80 , absolutely wonderful! You look great and thank you for sharing your experiences and thoughts. I'm currently watching my sugar and trying to cut down seems very difficult. Please keep well. I'll be watching for new vlogs. (Beth) Love your lipstick, Patti!
You look absolutely beautiful/radiant PattI! I think it's wonderful that you're on a healthy lifestyle journey and that you continue to pursue it. Thank you for giving us a full rundown. Keep us updated. Appreciate you SO much, Patti. Happy holidays to you and Jim, and your family.
It's been good to listen to your talk today because I'm 75 this August and I need to get myself back to being me and lose weight. I was always fairly slim throughout my life but now have put so much weight on it seems so thank you because you have set me off on a new me for 2023, yes it is very easy to just let things slide because like you I'm vegetarian. ❤️🌹
Congratulations on finding out something wasn't right and doing something about it instead of ignoring it. It's not always easy, but you are doing it! Holidays have changed for all of us I think - I say for the better!! LOL I am selfish in that I put nothing ahead of my health. Thanks for sharing and for the awareness. I am sure you are helping a lot of us...
This is very helpful. Thank you for being so honest and I know it will help a lot of people. I am going to think twice about reaching for a bag of potato chips at the store. I indulge myself way too much when it comes to food. I always think if one is good, then two will be better and I really do need to discipline myself more.
Happy you took a well deserved break Patti & good for you on taking control of your health ! I believe we all reach a point in our lives where we have to do exactly that ! I did the same 12 years ago !
I take a low dose of Statin generic Crestor 5 mg has hot problems running my family and I don't have any problem with cholesterol. I'm not into salty chips or cookies or cakes or candies never have been just once in awhile but I think that's because sugar diabetes is on all sides of my family and I've never been someone that eats ice cream and cookies and salty potato chips because the salt is not good for us. Great work you're so lucky to have a husband that cooks every single meal that's a blessing in itself.
I’ve only just stumbled onto your channel. I’m only 67 and I just had an appt with my doctor and was told my cholesterol was up. I teach aquafit but I’ve also recently gained about 16 lbs without really changing my lifestyle. I love your stories, I find you story about Jim so sweet! I’m still married to my high school sweetheart now 44 years strong. I am now going down the rabbit hole looking into how I can lower my cholesterol because I also don’t want to go on statins. I’d love to see a sample menu. I’m not a vegetarian but I do eat more fruits and vegetables than meat. Stay strong and god bless you! You are beautiful. There is hope for some of us.
Iv just come across your video and found it a pleasure to watch. My first impression was the lovely energy that you give out ,I look forward to watching more of your videos. Ps I’m 72 and have had difficulty with my weight for many years so here’s hoping things will change. ❤️👍
You're absolutely right it's what is right for each person I would like to know what you eat in a week's time. Your skin and your eyes are so clear and bright
Thank you Patti for bringing this subject to our attention. And glad you found a doctor that’s really thorough in helping you on your road for change. I’m 77 and my mom passed years ago at this same age. So its in the genes you might say to be wise about slacking off on sugars and other sweets. I’m not a vegetarian but don’t eat a lot of meat yet will eat chicken and I feel guilty doing so just because my inner voice says not to. I’d love to get a nutritionist to help me make some simple meal plans. I’ve heard that taking ala Vera is good for you too. A few teaspoons a day is to cut the cholesterol down considerably. And do you take time to meditate? I make it a point to meditate every morning. It helps. Thank you again. 🤗
Patti I so enjoyed this video. I'm 61. When I was 60 I had high cholesterol for the first time. I wanted to try to adjust my diet first before using medication. I cut back on high fat items (which also helped me because I had my gallbladder removed), plus eliminated as much processed food as possible. I dropped my numbers by 50 and lost 18 lbs. A year later I have started to slack off a bit, and I can definitely feel it. Watching your video gave me the incentive to get back on track - thank you!
My mother has several health issues, and she's been about 70 lbs overweight for years as she's a serious foodie. For health reasons, she decided to adopt a healthier diet limiting white flour and sugar. She incorporates one soup meal per day. Over the last few months she lost 40 lbs and feels much better as all of her numbers have come down, and she's not done yet. Mom will be 94 in January.
Patti….I’m new to your channel and I must say, I’m addicted! I’m a transplanted Yankee…lived in Georgia & Florida for over 30 years. Your attitude is so positive and uplifting, I just love tuning in for a daily dose of southern charm & look forward to aging with a new improved attitude. Thank you for making it so. ❤️
Patti, to reach your age with no health issues is an amazing feat in itself. Not many can say that. Being vegetarian means you have to really eat well 'cause the meat substitutes are usually junk (high in sodium, carrageenan etc.), so supplements and wise veg choices etc. are a necessity. I've seen many an overweight vegetarian and it's likely that they are indulging in junk food..
Patti loved your advice and your decisions about your health. I think it is fine judgement with oneself. Very one is different.
Patty, please do a what you eat video. I don't eat meat and have similar test results as you but am lost on a good diet I can stick to. Thank you. 😀
It is!! At 69 I didn't realize how unusual it is! Now I'm keto and love it
I’d love to see a video of what you typically eat in a day.
Indeed!!
Ms. Patti! I know this is a year ago but I just wanted to take a moment to say that I love your makeup in this video. It’s very becoming and fresh looking. You are such a beautiful woman inside and out. Keep spreading peace, kindness and tolerance. That’s your gift.
About 10 years ago, (I am 76) my cholesterol was deemed too high and I was put on 20 mg of a statin. Within 20 minutes of taking the first pill, I felt like I was crashing to earth in the elevator that had lost its cables. I called my cardiologist and told her and she reluctantly switched me to 5 mg. After four weeks on the 5 mg dosage, I could hardly climb the stairs, all of my joints and muscles ached. My GP suggested that I go off the statins for a week to see what would happen. I almost immediately resumed my normal life, climbing stairs without trouble, getting off the toilet without trouble, so I went back on the statin for the last week, and then had my cholesterol tested. Yes it was down! But! I asked my GP to prescribe another form of Stattin and she told me that if I wanted to live a good life, then I should watch my diet. become a vegetarian which I could not do …..but I do watch what I eat …..no processed foods, Lots of fruits and vegetables, small portions of meat, chicken and fish. My life is good, and I do not have to take medication of any kind. By the way I forgot to mention that my father died of a heart attack at the age of 49 and my brother had a triple bypass at the age of 61 so it does definitely run in my family. No, I would like to lose the 7 pounds I have gained during Covid and so I guess I’m going to have to give up sugar. I like your idea of promising myself one day at a time!
No statins here, I had a major blockage and they put a stent in. Everyone is different and vegetarianism didn't work for me but Carnovire did. I'm down 80 lbs and no longer on any meds of any kind. I was also a type 2 diabetic, and all my blood work is now normal, and I no longer have to take insulin. Patti, you do what works for you, and ignore the haters and their internet medical degrees. :)
Wow that's SO great. Wondering do you eat potatoes..like a baked white and a baked or roasted sweet one ? It's something I just don't want to give up..I stopped eating rice and pasta for the most part. I mostly eat fish ..chicken and potatoes and veggies. No weight issues..but I have high BP from stress. I'm 70.
Your brain needs cholesterol! I will never take a statin. I believe it causes dementia.
You are absolutely stunning! Can’t believe you’re 80. Love your videos
I've always thought you looked healthy and now you've proved it. Could you please do a "what I eat in a week"? What you decided to do about medication is between you and your doctor - NOT between you and your followers. We don't have to know everything. I think you look AMAZING no matter what age you are. Huge Hugs to you!🥰❤
I disagree with you. The fact that Patti has turned her results around without meds is an important fact that needs to be discussed. Too many people jump at taking medication the minute a doctor introduces it to them. The problem today is people don't want to put in the effort to resolve issues because it's so much easier to take a pill. However, those pills start to cause other issues. I watched my father suffer for 10 years before he died because the meds made him miserable. On the other hand, my mother refuses to take any medication and is in her late 90s and still healthy. She eats lots of raw foods instead of meds. I think that says something. I'm in my mid 70s, and also do not take medications and doing fine.
@@riavanvliet799 I agree with you 100% but it does depend on her numbers, how high they are!
I stopped all sugar and crisps and I lost 1stone 5lbs No exercise
I am 69age I don't take any medication for anything but Patti is doing marvellous she is 10years older than I
Congratulations for being so proactive with your health. You look amazing & are very beautiful!
I went on a 20 hr fast and 4 hour eating window 6 months ago. It was hard at first but now seems easy. We took all sweets out of the house. No cookies, chocolate, sugar in drink or cakes and pies. Occasionally we splurge but rarely. I’ve lost 15 lbs. comfortablely in my size 14 jeans. If I would get good with cycling it would get even better. Congratulations! My favorite treats are popcorn or a baked apple with cinnamon no sugar.
Hi Patti, you are Fabulous! I also included fasting a few days a week into my lifestyle highly recommend so seamless my question for you is what did you mean when you said you have cheated?🤷♀️
Can you please please share with me what lipstick you have on? I will check the description if it might be there.
I started TRE, time restricted eating, after being sick. I realized its easier when you cut sugar, no drastic blood sugar drops making me feel awful. Getting sugar out of the house is key!
How old are you may I ask ?
10 years ago I gave up all sugars, grains and starches. I lost about 40 lbs over the years and completely stopped all snacking especially at night. I was huge night time eater and it’s so wonderful not to be driven to eat all the time. You look wonderful Patti!
Patti, this is my first time viewing your channel. I turned 70 three days ago and have the same issues. Heart disease in the family, high BP and on meds. High cholesterol even after losing 50 lbs. Cannot take statins. Now I’m taking Red Yeast Rice and it has brought my cholesterol numbers into normal range. Even with that I still have to maintain a very strict whole food plant based diet or my numbers go up. You look wonderful and I’m happy to have found you.
Well done!! 4 years ago I had a heart attack and a stent put in.
I was very overweight and started a weight loss plan as soon as I got out of hospital.
My life is worth a lot to me and I was full time guardian to my 2 grandchildren and I wanted to see them with their children.
I am allergic to statins so I don't take them.
You look so amazing for 79 so obviously you're doing such a lot right ❤️
You’re not allergic to all statins. Try another like Crestor.
@@Camille719 no, just stay away from them. They’re poison.
@@thespear4083 poison, really? Where’s the data to support your statement? Oh let me guess you read it in some liberal newspaper. Fact of the matter is that statins will remodel plaque that has accumulated in your arteries. This process of plaque deposition starts around the age of 12 thanks to our all American poor diet of fast food and processed food. Think about this….you are born with an LDL of 25. It doesn’t stay that way for too long again thanks to the American diet and bad genes. So you lost 13 lbs. Bravo, unfortunately that doesn’t mitigate a life time of plaque accumulation. Then again, if you made it to 80 with your high cholesterol it’s really too late to derive much benefit by adding a statin now. Just hope your plaque are nice and solid like concrete so they don’t break off and embolize to your brain, heart or lungs. Let this be a lesson, check your cholesterol levels early in life and get on statins as soon as your LDL is over 70.
@@Camille719 🤣
Just wondering what you mean by being 'allergic"? I hope that Inever need statins from what I've heard.
Happy to hear that you are moving in a positive direction with your health. I’m 70 and a year ago I took a big step in improving my health. I, too, am “healthy”. I take no medication.
I went Keto (I am a meat eater.) So I am eating meat and vegetables. It took a year, but I have lost 50 pounds. I haven’t weighed this little in nearly 40 years.
Here’s to your health and to many more years of enjoying your fun videos!
I love it! You are a role model. Take care.
Don’t do the statin!
Take red yeast rice. It is a natural statin. I take 2 in the morning 2 in the evening for years now! I’m 73 and I have had the heart test that shows calcium around your heart. Each time they call me and say congratulations you have have zero calcium around your heart! It is much better than a statin drug! You look fantastic!
Yes we’d love to hear what you eat! It will help us too!
Team Keto here too! ❤ I am 5’6” and 135lbs. Same weight I was 20 yrs ago when I married the love of my life. Great job staying on top of your health. Not one single eating style is good for everyone. Glad you found yours and it’s working for you!
I just tossed down a couple of handful of salty chips, I need to stop this bad habit, so glad you're on a healthy food challenge, you're an inspiration to all of us women...
Timely this video. I'm 69 years old and vegan. Over the past year or so, and I'm not sure why; probably because I have a good blood pressure monitor, I decided to go ahead and do a reading for the hell of it. It was higher than normal. Last July I started tracking it every day and the numbers were in the 130's and 140's even the odd 157 and instead of taking good note, I just kept tracking and living my normal life. I wasn't fully aware of what levels Stage 1 and 2 hypertension were. My bad, I should have looked that up. I thought that because I was vegan, under 130 pounds and fairly good with light workouts, I didn't really have to worry. What I didn't realize was that I was too inactive, ate too many processed foods, including potato chips (often), all which contain high levels of salt. Add to that, I didn't drink enough water. All that changed when I got off the plane in Ontario to visit my daughter, and discovered my BP had soared to 190. My daughter took me right to the hospital. By the time I got to triage, my BP read 201! Blood was taken to ensure my kidneys were not the problem, which thankfully they were not and I was given a prescription. I wasn't too happy with how quickly that was taking the readings downward so I decided to look up: 1) the biggest causes of high BP and the 2) the best things you can do to fix it. I cut out all added sodium from my diet instantly and counted up any that showed up in the foods I ate, determined to keep the count below the recommended amount of 1200 gr. I started drinking a lot of water in the day, added fibre rich whole foods and cut out most all of the processed foods. I started walking, every day for 40 minutes. We have bears here back on Vancouver Island so I decided to get a desk treadmill that I could walk on while watching RUclips videos. Very quickly my BP readings were in the 120's and below where they should be. I just want to point out here, that I felt absolutely FINE throughout this entire episode. No ill effects physically AT ALL! When they call this the silent killer they do so for very good reason. People die every day from this and I'm sure a lot of the stats point to high BP as the prime culprit. Gladly I was able to stop the meds a week after I got home and tracking this, I seem to be doing really well. Thanks for this video. Everyone should be tracking BP for sure!
You should eat natto if you're not taking a vitamin k2 supplement.
Wow, It's a good thing she got you to the hospital! I live in Ontario too, and we have an excellent cardiac unit in our local hospital. My husband had a 99% blockage, about 10 years ago, and had to be fitted with 2 stents. They call his type of cardiac issue, the 'widow-maker'. If he hadn't gone to the doctor, he'd likely be dead long ago. High blood pressure is nothing to take lightly! I'm glad you're better!
Dropping refined carbs will drop ur insulin production and allow your kidneys to process salt again. You will then lose excess water and your hypertension will go. Its not always as simple as blaming Salt.
@@stevenmcc6052 Yes I've done that as well.
@@Britbabe53 you will likely end up with no meds reqd for bp then. (assuming you are on them now).
When back to say 110 / 78 use salt as u wish. Salt to taste. You will see when ur healthy and all working again as u should, salt doesnt alter ur bp much at all.
If you crave Salty food like chinese, drink water with it and ur bp wont move.
Thank you for this post. At 72, I don't take any medications either. I've followed a Mediterranean eating plan for most of my adult life with years of no animal products thrown in. Until a serious bout of depression earlier this year, I walked almost every day and maintained my weight easily. But like you, I grew tired of it all and allowed myself to eat whatever I wanted and didn't walk. In October, I decided to be kinder to myself, and I started walking again (love those endorphins!) and stopped eating most processed foods, and went back to a Mediterranean style of eating, letting go of 12 lbs of excess weight. Now, all I have to do is find a new doctor. Living in SW FL, I'm finding this much more difficult than losing weight. Your post has encouraged me to persevere and find the right practitioner for me, and I'm hopeful I'll succeed.
Congratulations on your success! And thank you for your honesty and for sharing your thoughts. I wish you all the best! Take good care!
Good for you, I too am fighting to stay off of statins and I’m a nurse! I’m so glad to see you back and you look great. I think your approach to weight loss is what will help us all. Love you.
Statins are poison
A year after you posted this, I stumbled upon it and it's so timely and encouraging. You're so beautiful and real and I thank you for the encouragement. 🙌
I gave up sugar and most carbs 3 years ago at age 69. I wish I had done it years ago. Like you, I don't take any meds, not even aspirin. But my weight, A1c, blood pressure and lipid profile was horrible. Being a vegan you may not believe me when I say since eating a high fat high protein diet (eggs, meats fish) ALL of my labs are now within normal , healthy limits. The first two months were difficult until I became fat adapted. In the absence of instant glucose from sugars and carbs your body is forced to burn its own fat. I am now at my ideal weight and eat as much acceptable food as I want. My brain works better and I am no longer worried about stroking out. It is never too late.
My niece is a nurse practitioner. I'm glad you had that check up. High blood pressure and high cholesterol are both not a good thing, please let's both take these medical issues seriously. 🙏
Cholesterol is a scam. My husband's triglycerides were over 1800. He had a blockage test and had no blockages. His Cholesterol has been off the charts since I met him in 2008. I told him to throw away the toxic meds and he's never taken any since. You are one of the most beautiful ladies for your age I've ever seen!
I’m inspired! I went off sugar 2 months ago and feel SO much better. Last week I did some Christmas cookie baking and ate a few. A couple hours later I felt yucky! So I’m back to sugar free again. I’m 50 and it’s getting tougher to keep the weight off. It’s an effort but worth it. You look gorgeous and I love your mantle! Merry Christmas from Texas.
Research fasting. Watch videos by Dr Jason Fung and Dr Mindy Peltz. I’m 50 and fasting, with low carb, has been the only way I’ve lost weight.
Your skin is beautiful. You look a picture of health. You’re an inspiration to us all xx
That is exactly how I was feeling, Patti. I used to walk all the time. I used to eat lots of sugary things and processed foods. I finally got so sick of seeing how I looked in pictures (I never could see myself until it came to a photo)that I had to do something. Finally doing what you did but food has become soooo expensive! I cook from scratch. Grocery is my biggest expense! Even with no wine, no surgery things and no processed foods. Lots of veggies, protein (chicken or fish or eggs), and some fruit. Hope I can lose 20 lbs.
Food is so high
Congratulations on your weight loss! I am seventy four and I am in the process of weight loss, so far, I have dropped 10kg. I know weight loss when older is daunting and can make us look older, so far for me, so good. We appear to be similar in many ways, even have a similar look!
Thanks for sharing. It’s often in the little things; small changes. I am not a vegetarian, but have recently cut out my beloved milk, sugar, cut way down on butter, and started reintroducing daily fruit and vegetable shakes. Doing these simple things alone, has enabled me to lose 10 pounds in the past month. Now, that was not my goal, it just happened that quickly. But, now, it is levelling off to about 1 1/2 lbs. a week (my goal). I have had a heart attack, do have high blood pressure, (but normal cholesterol) for which I have taken a long list of medications, since I was 40. I am now 63, and want to try to not have to take so many drugs, and or at least cut the doses. Like you, I like to do a lot of research in respect to my health, rather than relying solely on a medical professional’s opinion. This comes from the experience of a doctor not handling a medical condition of mine properly in the past. As a patient, it is good to advocate for yourself.
Hi Patti, this is my first time to your channel and I have to say I was fascinated by everything you had to say. You look absolutely amazing for your age and your complexion is beautiful. I am 67, live in the UK and I have just lost 6.5 stone, which I am very proud of, although ashamed of myself at the same time for allowing myself to get that heavy. I shall certainly be watching you and following your progress, so happy to have found your channel. Take care x
Gosh Patty, you are a gorgeous,kind,so softly spoken,generous with your time woman, congratulations on the weight loss,but also for being so diligent in trying to do the best for your health, you inspire me so much,best wishes to you,thank you so much🙏❤️
You're truly amazing, Patti! If you don't want statins you don't have go there. You have stayed healthy without medication for 79 years and make informed decisions that have worked for you. Doctors are used to pushing medication, but its not for everybody and not everybody wants or needs it. All the best on your new regime, its obviously working very well for you. Lots of love from Western Australia xxx
You do what is right for YOU Patty. Good job being so thorough.
You look absolutely wonderful, by the way! Just beautiful! So glad you take such good care of yourself, because you are, obviously, a very good hearted, nice person! I really appreciate your videos!
What a great video - congratulations on your lifestyle changes- what a gift to yourself and yes I would love to see a what I eat in a day - great to see you back !
Thank you! I’ve been obsessive with no results! I’ve been thinking of giving myself some grace and just eating “ right” and walk and allow my body to heal! You are amazing! I’m 73 and adjusting to aging and you’ve been part of my healing! Thank you😍
I was as adamant as anyone could possibly be about not taking statins until my doc went over all the risk factors that I fell under so I finally relented. I have been on Rosuvastatin for several years now and have not noticed ANY difference in the way I feel or experienced any side effects. I think the one thing that made the decision for me was the high risk of stroke. I would rather have a heart attack and die than to have a stroke as I have seen the aftermath of that. I agree it must be a personal decision for each person and we are so lucky today that we have the many resources to do our own research in order to make the best decision for us.
I agree. It is a personal decision….I did the rosuvastatin also. My numbers immediately dropped into low range and I feel absolutely no side effects. Just a share. Cause if you decide to go with the meds. It does not represent a failure
@@melindaberger3204 I am planning to have a discussion with my doc about the statins at my appointment next month. Just watch Dr. Berry's video (here on youtube) last night regarding a new cholesterol/statin study. It seems that the statins might not be the be all end all after all.
I severely fractured my shoulder in April (I'm 65 with osteoporosis). I've been living/sleeping in my recliner for over 2 months. So of course I've gained 5-8 pounds. I'm looking to lose a few. Since I'm feeling a bit better, I'm getting a few short walks during the day. And yes, the issue with PCP. I now have a NP as my primary, very recent. My PCP of many years retired. Thank you for all you do!
Just found you on RUclips, I really enjoy your videos. I’m 70 and too had some test as I was concerned about my cholesterol as my mum, grandmother, and two brother have had heart attacks. I have like you done so much research about statins . At present I don’t take any medication and I will not take statins or blood pressure tables. I take a 30 min walk a day and take no processed food. This life style that I do is only in the last 6 months. My doctor decided I should have a blood test . The results are in and I’m so happy that my cholesterol was 3.6 and everything was normal. With a little effort it can change so many things. Thank you for your videos and I enjoy following you.
LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL. ITS SO NICE TO BE ABLE TO HEAR A VIDEO WITHOUT LOUD MUSIC.
Hi Patti so so pleased to see you back and doing so well. I’ve kept checking for notifications and you made today special🎉! You’ve done so well and thank you for inspiring so many of us on life’s interesting journey. Lots of hugs 🇬🇧☘️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Patti, I am with you, I changed my lifestyle to plant based. I was only 46 I was on so many medications. I have gone off almost all except my thyroid medication. I did this lifestyle change after meeting with a PA who works in the local trauma hospital emergency department. She opened a wellness center part time to help people treat the cause of the problem than to get out on a RX to only stop symptoms. I stand with you 💯. I know when I eat something my body doesn’t like, my energy plummets, I will also get a of inflammation. Do what is best for you!! You know your body better than anyone else. ❤❤
Patti, you look radiant!!! The lost pounds and better stats have made a big difference for you. I’m glad you’re feeling better and will root for you in your continued journey. When I stop having my glass of wine each night and eliminate sugar, the pounds evaporate and my energy soars. Thank you for sharing your story !!!
Patti, congratulations! You look great and I can tell you feel better! I am glad you are not on statins. I took myself off a high dose of statin , two nasty blood pressure meds, and more by making lifestyle changes . I also have a family history of cardiovascular disease. I DO eat meat, eggs, fish, and really limit dairy and fruit. I have digestive issues which make eating kind of complicated but O can do it! And so can you! Please share your meal ideas! ❤
You're such an inspiration! I'm one of those people that had problems with a staten I was given so they gave me a different one. Problems are mild compared to the first pill but still there, so I want off. I'm a complete carboholic but I understand things have to change. I'll join you on your no sugar, no salt diet and hope I'm mature enough (75) to not cry about it. Thank you so much for sharing this!! 🙂💕
Hello Eileen
How are you doing today?
Thank you for sharing your experience with us Patti, I’m 61 and have been battling the high triglycerides mainly and high cholesterol since I was in my 30’s . But only very minimal. The past few years with so much sadness and stress in my life my momma passing and my kitty Bella my best friend passing and I have PTSD REALLY bad I am a sugar addict not so much salty chips I don’t like salt to much but it was the sugar., cakes , cookies , oh and chocolate. So I did the same thing you did and completely stopped sugar, pasta, white bread etc. I lost 25 lbs and went into have my annual bloodwork and all my cholesterol numbers were normal and my triglycerides went down 110 points. I felt great , but unfortunately with all the sadness and stress I picked up those sugary treats way to often so I know I need to cut down so I don’t ruin all the hard work I did to drop those numbers. And I did gain some weight rite back UGGGGG. So now I’ll save my treats for special occasions. I do eat low sugar oat meal often with chia seed and walnuts and almonds. And blueberries. I love my Decafe coffee and use Stevia, it’s a natural sugary substitute and just fish or chicken, broccoli 🥦 lots of it. Lol Cheerios and unsweetened almond milk. Sugar free greek yogurt. Roasted Fresh garlic with my meals . Berries are great for you too. And a small banana in my cereal or oat meal. Also have organic almond butter. So any who I need to get back on the great track I was on . And like you I did have a treat now and then. I’m saving my treats now for the holidays. Oh and I have become a label reader. I look at saturated fat and cholesterol. Try to stay with foods that say zero saturated and zero cholesterol . I can chat about this all day with you but just wanted to share. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤lots of peace love and light
You look beautiful. Did you change your skin and makeup routine.
Yes and your eyes just sparkle ❇️
How in the world did u do it? The chips and SUGAR!! I've been doing the intermittent fasting. Not too bad. Have other things interfering with my doing exercises. Not to make this too long. Love those blue clothes u bought. Thanks for being you! I'm 80. Hard to believe that sometimes.
Good for you ,Patty.Your health is your wealth ❤You look so pretty today. 🎄
I forgot to add that you always look amazing ,and healthy looking you are an inspiration to us older ladies .iv really missed your videos, but I do understand you need to have some me time sometimes.sending love to you and your family xx
She does!
Patti, I love listening to you! I’m 77 and very interested in how you follow this lifestyle. You look amazing!
Hi Patti .. so happy to see you back! We are 2 peas in a pod when it comes to chocolate and chips, etc. I haven’t had my blood work done for a while now but I have gained weight and not happy about it! We are going to PCB for the winter and 6 months ago I said “ok I have 6 months to lose some Weight and guess what … now it’s getting down to the wire and I still haven’t done anything!! Well this video has inspired me to start cutting out the salt and sugar as much as possible and get doing some walking. I would love to see some Ideas for lunches and dinners that you use .. I already usually have oatmeal with walnuts for my breakfast each morning. Congrats to you for doing so well.
Thanks Patti
Have you considered fasting, only eating 2 meals daily during a window of time within a 6 hour period. Plus do not eat anything after 6pm every single day, and don't start eating before 10am, if you reduce your calories to 1000 daily, you'll lose weight.
Watch RUclips videos by Dr Pradip Jamnadis on fasting. Amazing results!!
Thank you for this message, it is inspiring for many people that know they need to do what you've done but put it off for too long, some until its too late. I also am one of those, I'm 77 this year and hearing you talk made me make a new promise to myself to say what you did every morning. Start by saying "I can do this just for today"...Thank you for sharing your story. I'm hoping I can do it too.
Like you I have a family history... I am a nurse and not a supporter of statins but my Cardio put me on a low dose of Rosuvastatin and it made all the difference with lifestyle changes too. I will be 68 in Jan...keep up the good work!
Agreed… mine is familial I take the same drug. I’m not over weight at all.
I'm also on Rosuvastatin, 5 mg. I said I didn't want to take them and I was able to control my cholesterol with food and working out, but found out I had plaque in my arteries in my legs and my dr said I know you don't want to take a statin but do you want to have a stroke or heart attack? I went on them with no side effects. Sometimes we just have no choice. I'm 72.
@@susanb6629 I see this post is a year ago. But wondered how you were doing with the statins after that long? I take the same dose. I feel weaker in my my core, and lower back. However the Cardiologist says that side effects are generally in the legs. I feel it's probably the wt I've gained and age ,82. I was fine and walking a lot before pandemic. Then restrictions kept us home, a lot. However all my numbers are great.
@@QChord4Fun im still on them. I have had no side effects as far as I know. I do have arthritis in one of my hips that has been giving me problems but I'm sure that has nothing to do with that hopefully. I think as we get older we are going to develop different things with our bodies. I hope you continue to go back to walking its really good for you to stay active.
I'm 43 and I started watching your channel. My mom is 79 and turning 80 in March 2024. Like you, she is not on any medication which she is very proud of. She also lost a little weight. She likes to walk about to walk about 3-4 miles a week and does a belly flattening video also. I'm learning all that I can now. I'm overweight and not in the best health. I'm pre-diabetic and I have elevated cholesterol but not high enough to take medication. I'm like you in that I do NOT want to be put on a statin! I'm very impressed about your video you did about how you present your hands. I put in my amazon wishlist the pro cure bruise remedy that you recommended. I don't need it yet but I'm just getting ready. Ha ha I love watching you. You're very inspiring! :)
Congratulations!! I think I could literally live on sweets. I have been thin my whole life and now, at age 55, I'm battling the voice in my head that says "just eat what you want you've earned it" and still wanting to eat healthy. It's a real struggle. Really looking forward to your upcoming videos!!
Same!
I could live on sweets and junk food too. I'm 72 and the struggle is real. It takes all the willpower I can muster not to put a bag of Reese's Cups or Double Stuffed Golden Oreos or ice-cream or Little Debbie's.... in my shopping cart.
Patti, everyone has the right to manage their health THEIR way. Good for you.
I am 65 and have been a vegan for a little over 4 years and will not listen to anyone who attacks the way I choose to eat. I do not attack them for the way they want to eat. It’s personal…and I feel great.
Love listening to you. 💕
I assumed you were on "vacation!" You have to take breaks from this type of work! You are so straight forward and upfront with your viewers. This was very informative. Thank you so much. I love your "just for today" mantra. You look so pretty with the turquoise jewelry! ~ Belinda🌺🌺🌺
Great video. Would love an update on what you eat, generally. Best wishes to you and Jim, and your whole family this Christmas season. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication in putting out all your posts.
You ALWAYS have my respect … and I’m not a vegetarian … but … you encourage us to do research & homework to know what’s best for EACH one of us … you give pertinent aspects & details of your journey… that gives me the impetus to continue my best journey !!!
What more could anyone ask ?!!
GOOD LUCK-BEST WISHES-& I know you’re going to find the best results for you & your sweetie pie as you journey on together 😘
You truly are an inspiration. You've done your homework and you are doing what needs to be done to be healthy. I'm sure this video has resonated with many of us, including me. Thank you for sharing this with us. I would love to see a video on what you eat in a day. God Bless you Patty!
So happy to see you Pattie. Keep us updated please and I appreciate your story.
Pattie congrats on the weigh loss. Life gets interesting as we get older doesn't it? I remember each time I've gotten news I wasn't happy about from the doctor. Every year seems to bring some unwelcome news. Some I can't do much about some I can. Funny tip. We went on a cruise to the Mediterranean 2 weeks ago. People asked if we gained the usual cruise weight. We laughed and explained that with the constant walking up and down what seemed like a thousand stairs and walking all over we both lost weight. So walking does work for weight loss folks. I'm back to a less strenuous life style which is kinder to my 70 year old arthritic and worn out bones. And back to watching my eating choices too. But it can be done.
You look beautiful Patti. Thank you for sharing your health journey & experiences. CAD runs in my family and I’ve had several events. Congrats to you for your dedication to your health. ♥️
I've lost 40lbs since August. I take prednisone, which makes you gain weight, but also makes it very difficult to lose weight. and after 10 years of taking it, I'd put on 50+ pounds. Once I decided to really focus on my health and weight, I found it easy to lose weight. I do eat meat, but it's not a major part of my diet.
How did you lose the weight, I need to lose 25lbs, it’s been a struggle and I’m 69.❤
Please try to get off the prednisone. It ruins your bones if you take it for a long time. My mother had 5 vertebrae collapse due to taking it. She was in pain until she died.
You are talking about me! I read BRIGHT LINE EATING, now I understand how my brain works when I have terrible cravings...wow. It worked with me. I started with Keto and lost 40 lbs, this book helped me to keep the weight off for 2 1/2 yrs now.
Hi Patti, I have many health issues and I have hbp for one. I also have type 2 diabetes. I take insulin for that and metformin. My mother died at 46 and her brother died at 39 and their father was 72, all died of a blood hemorrhage. My mental and physical health was better than theirs. My sister, ten yrs older, died in her eighties. My mother’s mother, reared me from the time I was born, she died at 84. I think we all have our own journey to live and path to CHOOSE. I believe that choice can add to or shave off years drastically. Choose an environment that makes your life fulfilled ...happy, clam, loved wise and that is better than ANY pill. Live without guilt and anger, give your heart to those who deserve it and be kind. Oh and learn to forgive and do your best. Those things don’t come in a bottle. Think pretty thoughts. Be happy for others. You got it ❤❤❤...skip that Drs pill. LOVE PAM
Yes please let us know what you eat. I’m 73 and I have had some unexpected blood pressure issues. My cardiologist is not respectful of older people.
Everyone is different, , here we see a lucky lady, she's very beautiful,had a good job as an air hostess. When your happy in life it all helps. . As we age we all get things wrong unfortunately m my GP said we all gotta get something. He's right. History or not , we'll get something.. there's heart attacks and stroke in our family. I'm nearly 70. God bless ❤
I would just like to say how much i enjoyed watching your video on how you lost 13 lbs. i believe that your wonderful and kind attitude have played a huge part in your health! I love your kind soul and i believe that shows in all your videos!
Congrats, Patti, for finding something that works for you! I'd like to add that there is a more advanced LDL test that can actually separate the two types of LDL. Your number may be high because of the "better," fluffy LDL. There are YT videos about this. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
That’s the test I had Brenda! Thanks for commenting. P
If your HDL is above 60 and your Triglycerides are under 100 the LDL isn’t as important. Saturated real fats are NOT the problem. It’s the processed carbs and Seed oils (canola, vegetable, corn, cottonseed, all factory made oils) that are the throngs to eliminate. Eat real unprocessed foods
You look wonderful Patti. There is such a light and sparkle in your eyes. I am so glad you are doing well. I am so happy that you are willing to share your meal plan for a day. I would like to look and feel as good as you do.
YOU LOOK MARVELOUS!!!
I am 65 yrs old, and have been a vegetarian since 1992, so I highly recommend vegetarian diet, but I am also a sugar-holic. That is my hardest obstacle to control, but I have been known to do it for a short term. I know I need to cut the sugar out again to lose the ten pounds that seem to stick on me, but it is hard, because I also deal with depression. Eating sweets is a way I get through tough times, even though that is not logical. There is just something about being able to make yourself "happy", even if only for a few minutes, with something you like to eat. I am not overweight, but due to menopause, the abdomen is like velcro with the fat, so that is where I show it first. I think it is great that you find your healthier diet easy to do! I know eating carbs makes you crave more carbs, so it is hard to cut them out, at first, but it does get easier after you detox a bit. This video is now a year old, so I don't know what decision you made about the prescription, but my own mom is 93 years old, and still doesn't take any prescription meds. I am a firm believer in staying active to stay healthy, and she is the poster child for that! She is still ballroom dancing, and she didn't start doing that until she was 91 years old! She is amazing! Like you said...it is YOUR decision to make...but keep educating yourself on the natural options you have out there, and don't let the medical profession, however well meaning they are, talk you into doing something you don't want to do. I am a pharmacist, but I am not a big believer in loading up on drugs. That is how medicine is practiced now, though...they do not cure anything, they just treat symptoms. One drug leads to another, and boom...you need a suitcase to carry all your prescriptions. Best thing to do is educate yourself to the nth degree! That will help you make the best informed decisions about your health.
A vegeterian diet can cause depression especially for blood group zero.
Also, how can you advice a vegeterian diet? Its a bad idea. Best to eat lean protein and fish than all the sugars, processed food, gluten...
I love you! I think I’ve tried all the statins and they just make my bones and muscles ache so I’ve been depending on diet and exercise! you are an amazing person! I feel that your videos are such a help to me and everyone thank you!🥰
Patti, I totally support you in taking charge of your own self. Many people would rather take a pill and hope it works. I am like you I will do whatever it takes to control my health without pills, my husband has just lowered his numbers with diet and it does work but you must follow it more days than not. Merry Christmas to you and Jim!
Hello Patti, I too have lost 12 lbs with little to no effort. Thank you for sharing this with us. 💕NonnaGrace 🐓😊
@@NonaMaryGrace1952 congrats, how did u do it?
So nice to see you, haven't been getting notifications. Congrats on your lifestyle and losing weight. I'm 75 and on the same journey, have lost 18 lbs, need 10 more off.
Wishing you the best and hope to see you again.
I eat in moderation fruits salads fish chicken and a little meat.I love fresh juice and milk 🥛 I will be 79 this month. I do not drink or smoke and no drugs.
I actually stumbled on your blog this morning and so glad that I did! I am 70 and had a wake up call like this on my semi-annual check up this week. I have unfortunately inherited high cholesterol from my mother. I am fairly thin and already walk 5 times a week , yet my cholesterol has reached an all time high. My family practitioner wants to put me on a statin as well and having been on one years ago, I refused. My mother has always taken statins and now has dementia. When I tried them my feet and legs hurt so bad I could barely walk and this was when I was only 50! I have never considered going directly to a cardiologist but after hearing your story I plan on finding one to hopefully get a second opinion with guidance and have also been researching for a heart healthy and anti inflammatory diet. I realize That too much sugar in my diet is probably a huge contributor to my current state. Good luck with your plan and thanks for the inspiration I have needed!❤
Thank you for sharing this with us Patty. Merry Christmas to you and yours. 🎄🎁🎄
Yes! I’m 60 and used to be thin, but last few years I keep gaining weight, eating desserts and not exercising. I know I have lost my beauty. My face is definitely wider & abdomen is quite large, though I do have an abdominal hernia.
I’m listening to you for the first time and truly hope and pray I can start towards a new healthy body!
Congratulations on losing that weight! I also have managed to lose the same amount as you and feel so much better for it! Thanks also for subscribing to my channel and I hope you enjoy my watercolor painting videos! I’m living in France right now but I’ve visited Florida several times and love your country! Best wishes, Diane xxx
Thank you , I'm 68, going thru the same health issues, enjoyed the discussion, as we age , we need all the sharing of opinions and knowledge to help with our decisions regarding our health.
I'm with you! No statins! In fact, at 72 years old, I am not taking any prescription drugs! And no vaccinations either! Bless you!
Patti, let me first say this post will save a lot of lives. Trust and believe!! Love and hung onto every precious word. Looking forward to hear about changes in how you’re going to do holidays. My husband and I are making changes too. I’ve past this post on to others
Congratulations! The CT scan you had saved my husband’s life. It really is individual. Statins worked for him and almost crippled another family member. Each of us has to figure out what works for our body and situation.
Try a different statin. Or try the once monthly self infection of Praluent or Repatha. They are PCSK9 inhibitors. They work differently than statins.
Glad to see you back Ms Patti.
I’m so pleased you have a good Care Plan set out for yourself by your Doctor.
You do what is right for you Patti. Missed you.
Lot’s of Love , Cathy from Scotland 🏴 xxx
Thanks, Patti, I find myself in about the same situation/journey as you.
I know I have needed to "adjust" my lifestyle for a while; though I am very healthy. I have decided I will do this also, to maintain a lower HDL/BP.
Thank you for your encouragement on being okay with healthy life changes!
I’m vegan mostly , plant based and in my 70s great health and lost the weight, no medication
Did all the other high protein ones but I just couldn’t survive without my carbs so it’s all carbs now, fruits n vegetables, I’ve honestly never felt so good and feel satiated as I didn’t before
You look just wonderful 🥰
Thanks for your honesty with this subject and the challenges you
shared good for you that you evaluated the media thing and took the break you needed. Your makeup looks especially wonderful and radiant.
I’m 66, overweight, not the healthiest of lifestyle and definitely need to make changes. I just stumbled upon your video. And sitting here watching you, it strikes me that you are an absolutely stunning woman. And the inspiration you give is invaluable. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I'm 69 and don't have any problems but I do need to go take a General Check Up just to make sure that everything's OK. Thank for being a good motivator. Much love and keep on doing you. ❤❤❤❤❤🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾👍
Yes we would love to hear what you eat! Its a struggle being a vegetarian...and you girl are an inspiration!
It's incredible that you're almost 80 , absolutely wonderful! You look great and thank you for sharing your experiences and thoughts. I'm currently watching my sugar and trying to cut down seems very difficult. Please keep well. I'll be watching for new vlogs. (Beth) Love your lipstick, Patti!
Thanks for your timely video Patti, regardless of your decision , you will always be beautiful and healthy.
You look absolutely beautiful/radiant PattI! I think it's wonderful that you're on a healthy lifestyle journey and that you continue to pursue it. Thank you for giving us a full rundown. Keep us updated. Appreciate you SO much, Patti. Happy holidays to you and Jim, and your family.
It's been good to listen to your talk today because I'm 75 this August and I need to get myself back to being me and lose weight. I was always fairly slim throughout my life but now have put so much weight on it seems so thank you because you have set me off on a new me for 2023, yes it is very easy to just let things slide because like you I'm vegetarian. ❤️🌹
Congratulations on finding out something wasn't right and doing something about it instead of ignoring it. It's not always easy, but you are doing it!
Holidays have changed for all of us I think - I say for the better!! LOL
I am selfish in that I put nothing ahead of my health.
Thanks for sharing and for the awareness. I am sure you are helping a lot of us...
Yes please! I would love to hear what you are eating! Please let us know. Xos
So inspiring, especially your getting more energy. I really want to stop sugar and salty snacks but pushing through is hard.
This is very helpful. Thank you for being so honest and I know it will help a lot of people. I am going to think twice about reaching for a bag of potato chips at the store. I indulge myself way too much when it comes to food. I always think if one is good, then two will be better and I really do need to discipline myself more.
Glad you have support- stay as you are and you do what you feel right ❤
Happy you took a well deserved break Patti & good for you on taking control of your health ! I believe we all reach a point in our lives where we have to do exactly that ! I did the same 12 years ago !
I take a low dose of Statin generic Crestor 5 mg has hot problems running my family and I don't have any problem with cholesterol.
I'm not into salty chips or cookies or cakes or candies never have been just once in awhile but I think that's because sugar diabetes is on all sides of my family and I've never been someone that eats ice cream and cookies and salty potato chips because the salt is not good for us.
Great work you're so lucky to have a husband that cooks every single meal that's a blessing in itself.
I’ve only just stumbled onto your channel. I’m only 67 and I just had an appt with my doctor and was told my cholesterol was up. I teach aquafit but I’ve also recently gained about 16 lbs without really changing my lifestyle. I love your stories, I find you story about Jim so sweet! I’m still married to my high school sweetheart now 44 years strong. I am now going down the rabbit hole looking into how I can lower my cholesterol because I also don’t want to go on statins. I’d love to see a sample menu. I’m not a vegetarian but I do eat more fruits and vegetables than meat. Stay strong and god bless you! You are beautiful. There is hope for some of us.
Iv just come across your video and found it a pleasure to watch. My first impression was the lovely energy that you give out ,I look forward to watching more of your videos. Ps I’m 72 and have had difficulty with my weight for many years so here’s hoping things will change. ❤️👍
You're absolutely right it's what is right for each person I would like to know what you eat in a week's time. Your skin and your eyes are so clear and bright
Thank you Patti for bringing this subject to our attention. And glad you found a doctor that’s really thorough in helping you on your road for change. I’m 77 and my mom passed years ago at this same age. So its in the genes you might say to be wise about slacking off on sugars and other sweets. I’m not a vegetarian but don’t eat a lot of meat yet will eat chicken and I feel guilty doing so just because my inner voice says not to. I’d love to get a nutritionist to help me make some simple meal plans. I’ve heard that taking ala Vera is good for you too. A few teaspoons a day is to cut the cholesterol down considerably. And do you take time to meditate? I make it a point to meditate every morning. It helps. Thank you again. 🤗
Patti I so enjoyed this video. I'm 61. When I was 60 I had high cholesterol for the first time. I wanted to try to adjust my diet first before using medication. I cut back on high fat items (which also helped me because I had my gallbladder removed), plus eliminated as much processed food as possible. I dropped my numbers by 50 and lost 18 lbs. A year later I have started to slack off a bit, and I can definitely feel it. Watching your video gave me the incentive to get back on track - thank you!