Aging with cf

[1BumLung]

Trying to get on the transplant list. They do a bunch of evaluations. Found that myaortic valve is calcified, (needs replacement) and arteries are hardened a bit. They won't move ahead with the transplant till heart issues are fixed.<br>Any other "older" cf'ers out there with heart issues?<br>Dietitians? Any advice on diet now that cholesterol has become an issue?<br><br>

 

[1BumLung]

Trying to get on the transplant list. They do a bunch of evaluations. Found that myaortic valve is calcified, (needs replacement) and arteries are hardened a bit. They won't move ahead with the transplant till heart issues are fixed.<br>Any other "older" cf'ers out there with heart issues?<br>Dietitians? Any advice on diet now that cholesterol has become an issue?<br><br>

 

[Melissa75]

I'm sorry you have this extra issue to deal with.
You could do a search on the forums for "cholesterol" and you'll find a couple old threads talking about it. My hunch is you've gotta increase fish, olive oil, avocado, maybe nuts-not sure, oatmeal. I think eggs have the thumbs up these days. (I've high cholesterol, decent ratio, and low BMI, so I am always torn/lazy about whether to watch the fats.)

 

[Melissa75]

I'm sorry you have this extra issue to deal with.
You could do a search on the forums for "cholesterol" and you'll find a couple old threads talking about it. My hunch is you've gotta increase fish, olive oil, avocado, maybe nuts-not sure, oatmeal. I think eggs have the thumbs up these days. (I've high cholesterol, decent ratio, and low BMI, so I am always torn/lazy about whether to watch the fats.)