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I have pots can't exercise standing up. what exercises can i do that will help me lose weight/tone? how do i eat healthy on a high sodium diet?

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Dr. Richard Jackson
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Neurology 13 years experience
Squats/calf raises: Squats and calf raises increase your blood pressure which is the problem in POTS. These are also exercises you can do if you start to feel dizzy while doing other things
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