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Health is foremost on people’s minds, keeping your family in tip top shape can be a challenge in these busy times. Campbell’s Soup wants you to “Address Your Heart” with Heart Healthy Tips, recipes and more! 

Visit AddressYourHeart.com to get heart-healthy tips, including 21 Campbell’s recipes that are certified by the AHA and product coupons, as well as Facebook.com/campbellskitchen for the latest Campbell’s recipes and offers.

When I younger about 4 years old my Father was diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy. What is Cardiomyopathy? 

Cardiomyopathy is a weakening of the heart muscle or another problem with the heart muscle. It often occurs when the heart cannot pump as well as it should, or with other heart function problems. Most patients with cardiomyopathy have heart failure.

My Father was told he only had 6 months left to live with an ejection fracture of 13% he had to do something. Now, I personally call it a miracle, but I also contribute his diet and exercise to his heart ejection fracture going up to now 43% today. I am now 24 years old and he's still with me thank God. We have a long family history of heart problems so it came as no surprise when I was diagnosed with SVT at 5 years old. What is SVT? 

Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a condition presenting as a rapid heart rhythm originating at or above the atrioventricular node. Supraventricular tachycardias can be contrasted with the potentially more dangerous ventricular tachycardias—rapid rhythms that originate within the ventricular tissue.

I was put on medication - I had to go every 2 weeks to get my digoxin levels checked so I've become accustomed to being stuck by needles. It wasn't until I was 16 years old that I was told there was something that could be done about SVT. A 'Cardiac Ablasion' I was born with an extra electrical wire in my heart so they went in and ablated the problem areas that was causing my heart to function improperly, but unfortunately it was only successful for about 6 months and then my SVT returned. Now, I've always been an athletic child - My father was as well, but even though being younger - I never ate properly. I was thin, but I didn't mind what I was eating which when I was 14 I was diagnosed with PCOS a condition that causes infertility, cysts, and weight gain. It affected my heart - my body - my life! I began gaining weight - I wasn't paying attention to what I ate - soon I began passing out - I had developed 'Sick Sinus Syndrome' of the heart from my ablasion. I was rolled into the operating room once again to have a regular E.P study and found out I have 'Infrahisian Heart Block' What is this? 

A heart block is a disease in the electrical system of the heart. This is opposed to coronary artery disease, which is disease of the blood vessels of the heart. While coronary artery disease can cause angina (chest pain) or myocardial infarction (heart attack), heart block can cause lightheadedness, syncope (fainting), and palpitations.

I believe I have AV block. That day after awaiting a long 3 hour E.P study which usually takes little to no time at all - I was told I would have to have a Pacemaker implantation THAT DAY! I was so afraid! I was rolled back upstairs to await for my family to tell them and knowing I had to go back down for the biggest surgery I've ever had was a terrifying experience. After I had my Pacemaker surgery I've felt my heart still isn't the best it could be so I've taken some steps to change my life, my lifestyle. I began eating a lot of fruits and vegetables. I take 1,000 I.U of fish oil 3 times daily and I've tried a few recipes from Campbell's Soup! I also be sure to get in at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. 

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Here are my favorite 5 Recipes from Campell's!

Creamy Turkey & Vegetable Lasagna 

Turkey Meatloaf

  

Tilapia & Vegetable Casserole

 

Pizza Primavera with Cauliflower Crust

Broccoli & Cheddar Rice

 

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FTC: This post was sponsored by Campell's Soup

Best Buy: Jawbone Up Review

Best Buy: Jawbone Up Review

Quantify and track your workout routine with this Jawbone UP 39329BBR wristband that measures motion, steps, distance, speed, calories and more. The water-resistant design helps ensure safe use in most weather conditions.

Product Features

Tracks motion, distance, location and speed

For efficient monitoring of your workout.

Measures steps taken and calories burned

To help you keep track of your progress.

Watch-style design

Keeps your information within easy reach.

Up to 10-day battery life

Allows long-lasting use.

Syncs with your Apple® iPhone®

So you can organize your long-term data (requires app download).

Water-resistant up to 3.3'

For use in most weather conditions.

Connects with a variety of iOS and Android apps (not included)

So you can track your weight, map your bike rides, access extensive food libraries and more.

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 .      UP is a system that takes a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle.

·         The wristband tracks your movement and sleep in the background.

·         The app displays your data, lets you add things like meals and mood, and delivers insights that keep you moving forward.

What's Included

Jawbone UP Wristband (Large)

3.5mm-to-USB charging cable

Owner's manual

Specifications

Warranty Terms - Parts: 1 year

Warranty Terms - Labor: 1 year

Measures Steps Taken: Yes

Measures Distance Traveled: Yes

Measure Elapsed Time: Yes

Live Better. Start Now. Jawbone UP. Track your sleep activity, steps, calorie intake and more with the Jawbone UP wrist sensor and free mobile app. UP gives you meaningful, personalized insights so you can make lasting improvements to your everyday life.

My Impression: For the past two years I've been on a mission to get fit. I've had my ups and downs as I'm sure everyone does. The best thing I've found is to eat what I want, but in moderation and keep an eye on portions and drink tons of water. It doesn't just stop there. I've noticed over the years that if I keep a log on what I do as far as work-outs and what I eat (calorie intake) that it really helps me maintain and or lose weight depending on where I set my calories. It gets a little tedious writing down all of that information not to mention the TONS of paper you use over the years so when they started coming out with devices that tracked your work-outs(steps, aerobics, ext), sleep, and calorie intake I was quite interested in them so I've tested a few and I have to say the Jawbone Up is my number one. Why? Because, it's much more easier to use than the others I've tried and the wrist band is a lot more comfortable than the armbands that would squeezed my arm to death. This just sits perfectly on the wrist depending on what size you get to match you. Now the picture below was my best from before my knee surgery as my knees have been giving me a rough time I couldn't do too much damage as far as work-outs go. I'm really impressed by how easy it is to plug into your phone and it uploads the data - the most you have to do is pick from the list of what you've eaten. That's it! So easy. With this fitness band it's much easier to keep yourself on the right track!

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Jawbone UP's Website

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Pick it up at Best Buy!

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FTC: I received this product through the Best Buy Blogger Program in return for my honest opinion and review.

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.