Are there any weight loss pills that are safe to take with a heart problem?

Question

I was diagnosed with a mild heart problem (more specifically in the pulmonic valve) and sometimes have irregular heartbeats. I have been told that pills like Hydroxycut will worsen the problem, but I was wondering if there are any out there that are natural and safe? I eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly, but my weight is stuck at 137 and I'm 5'7". This is not comfortable for me and I want to lose about 10 pounds. I'm 22 and I feel like my metabolisim is slowing down. Any advice?

Thanks to everyone who has answered so far!!

Answer 1

DO NOT TAKE DIET PILLS! They are dangerous!!

Last year I was visiting my parents and took diet pills (Leptopril -does not contain ephedra) on top on my exercise routine and normal diet. I was 26 at the time, 5'11, 180 lbs. By week three I was sick. I had diarrhea, dry heaves, dizziness, headaches, and a general feeling of being sick. I thought I had caught the flu or something. I had lost 13 lbs in 4 days. One morning I told my mom I didn't feel good. My vision kept blacking out and I felt (for lack of a better way to say it) stoned. Later that afternoon I was walking from the bathroom to my bedroom (a 5 foot walk) and I passed out. I was rushed to the hospital emergency where they did a bunch of tests on me.

My pulse was up to 120, My blood pressure was 150/40, they had to start me on an IV, the did an EKG on me, took blood and urine samples, and a whole barrage of other tests.

They finally got me stabilized and said that I was dehydrated and malnutritioned. I told him that I took diet pills. When I mentioned diet pill, the doctors face lit up and said that's why. He said they can cause a whole bunch of health problems, including death. He told me to toss the diet pills or next time I might not be so lucky.

I was kept in the hospital for almost 10 hours, given 3 or 4 IVs, potassium, juices, and monitored (by the EKG, blood pressure, and heart rate machines) every 15 minutes.

Please take my story as a warning. If you seriously want to loose weight there are better ways (I know because I've lost weight after this)

The quickest way is to cut out red meats, starches, breads, sugars, alcohol, and sodas.

Eat veggies (salads are good), soups, and drink TONS of water. If you get hungry between a meal, drink water to fill up.

In moderation eat white meats, and fruits (fruits contain natural sugars, and that can put on weight)

Practice portion control. Yes, you'll feel hungry at first, but think of your goal, and soon your stomach will start shrinking and you won't have that feeling anymore.

Eat 5 times a day. A small breakfast. A mid-morning snack, such as an apple. A small lunch. A mid-afternoon snack, such as carrots. A lite dinner. Do not eat any later than 7pm (6pm is better.)

Go exercise for at least an hour a day, incorporating weight training. Weight training builds muscle. Muscle burns fat. You get the idea. It also gives tone and definition. Also do a few yoga and pilates exercises to help tone those hard to reach and stubborn areas.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Hi, I wanted to answer your question because I have a heart problem also and had success with this particular diet.

Here's what I suggest: To get the weight off and keep it off, consider the Celiac diet, also known as the Non Gluten Diet. This way of eating is tough, but is actually very healthy for people. People with Celiac Disease, ADHD and other disorders have great success with this diet. I've tried it personally and the pounds flew off. It really works and you feel great. When I tried it I also eliminated Yeast which is another diet choice. With this combo you are eliminating Yeast, Wheat, Barley, Rye Preservatives and also any products which aren't natural. Yes this is strict, but it is healthy and you will lose weight as long as you continue to exercise and don't skip meals. I also drink only bottled water - no soft drinks.

Avoiding Gluten: Gluten is present in all types of Wheat grain like whole grain wheat, wheat bran, spelt, triticale and others. This means Gluten is also present in all baked foods that are made from these grains: bread, pies, cake, breakfast cereals, cookies, pizza and pasta. There are thousands of processed foods which contain Gluten.

Avoiding Yeast: Beer, wine, and all other forms of alcohol, breads, rolls, pretzels, pastries, cookies, and sweet rolls, vinegar or foods containing vinegar, such as mustard, ketchup, salad dressings, pickles, barbeque sauce, mayonnaise, commercially prepared foods such as soups, dry roasted nuts, potato chips, soy sauce.

To read more try searching Yahoo for Gluten Free Diet and also for Yeast Free Diet or Candida Diet.

If you do this then you need to eat all the healthy "whole foods" like fruits, vegetables, lean meats, etc. You are basically eliminating "fake" foods, all condiments, bread, etc.

You can do your shopping at any health food store, the best being "Whole Foods" and "Trader Joe's". They both carry lots of foods labeled "Gluten Free". You can also do great shopping online for gluten free and/or yeast free foods. Remember, if you even do this diet 75% of the way you will lose weight and by replacing all those foods with healthy ones, you'll actually be more healthy in the long run.

Don't forget to drink bottled water throughout the day and try walking with a friend.

Good luck!

Answer 4

pick up a 5 or 10 pound weight at the gym and visualize that weight coming off holding the weight in your hands helps bring home just how heavy even 5 pounds of extra fat can be

Answer 5

get coffee with friends to go walk as you talk and sip

Answer 6

Use a vegetable bean dip such as hummus instead of ranch dressing or even a fatty cream-based dip.

Answer 7

Enroll in an active art class, such as sculpture or ceramics.

Answer 8

Get hold of a plant for your office—watering it's going to make you more active.

Answer 9

Do your grocery shopping with a list and a moment limit; that way, you're not as likely to stray into the ready-made foods section.

Answer 10

The Homeopathic Remedy PHYTOLACCA BERRY TABLETS the safest and the most effective in getting rid of excessive fat and weight without any side effects or complications.
Take Care and God Bless you !