Heart Disease?    Me....?    
Yes, being a diabetic requires constant monitoring of all your body
functions. Unfortunately, Heart Disease and Diabetes are linked and
must be controlled.

How? Your doctor may all ready have you on some cholesterol drugs
such as Lipitor or other medications.

Since Diabetes is a disease of the pancreas and affects your blood
circulation, heart and other major organs, you should be fully aware of all
your test results. Your physician should periodically check your
cholesterol and kidney enzymes. If you’re not sure check with your doctor
and ask for your results. In this case ignorance is not bliss.

There are major steps you can do to prevent heart disease.

1.  Exercise- Any and all movement is good for the heart and your
diabetes. Start slowly and get your doctors approval when beginning an
exercise regimen.

2.  Limit fat intake- By limiting your intake of saturated fats you prevents
your body forming plague on your arteries.


3.  Aspirin- Taken once a day helps to keep your blood thinned and
moving. Again, check with your doctor before any medications.


Remember to become an active patient with your diabetes. Ask
questions, read articles and become an informed and active participant in
your therapy.


You can support the American Heart Association by getting a free Red Dress Pin.
Go here: American Heart Association