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It would be fun to know how many days I had an apple and still had to go see the Dr that same day. I think on average, over the past 6 years, I've probably seen upwards of 10 Drs each year not counting dentists and eye Drs.

Personally I think heredity has more to do with our health than "the experts" give it credit.

My personal example is that on one day in 2011 any Dr would have told you I was the picture of health. That is when I had my FIRST heart attack. I didn't have an ounce of fat me and I was full of vim & vigor. In fact my wife reminded me that I had washed all three of our cars by hand that day. Later that evening I thought I had indigestion but when it would not let up I drove to the emergency room around 4:00 AM (no elephant on my chest, no arm pain, just symptoms of heartburn).

I know I'm rambling on but my point is don't trust in old wives tales or even some of the "pop" medicine you read on FB or Pinterest. See your Dr regularly and don't count on apples to keep your Dr away.

 

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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Bob - combinations of many sorts are a part of life.   

Nov 18, 2025 04:31 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Michael Jacobs , 20 years ago a Dr friend of mine said "Bob you have more old lady diseases than anybody I know. He was not my Dr but a family friend. That was 20 years ago and I'm still kicking because when I think something is wrong I run to the Dr.

Nov 18, 2025 06:51 AM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

Bob.  It is funny you mention heartburn and indigestion.  When I had my incident I could not convince any of the 'experts' that I did not experience any pain, left arm numbness or any of the common symptoms you hear of.  I threw in a cold sweat on my forehead as well.  lol   It is best to trust to our knowledge of our body and take 'expert' advice as guidelines.  In my opinion of course.  m

Nov 18, 2025 04:53 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

It's frustrating when the Drs do not listen to us Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho . About 18 months ago one of my closest friends drove his wife to the Dr (maybe emergency room) because she thought she was having a stroke. Her Dr said "I don't think so" and a couple days latter she died from her stroke. Her symptoms were so textbook only her Dr could be blind to them.

Nov 18, 2025 06:55 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Bob... indeed it's often more about the genes than anything else. I am not an apple eater... maybe I eat two apples a year. I virtually never go to a doctor. And I've had no serious issues outside of having my gall bladder removed.

Nov 18, 2025 04:53 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Nina Hollander, Broker my wife, Carol, is also of good stock and has never need hospitalization. That being said she is going to have cataract surgery this coming February.

Nov 18, 2025 06:58 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Bob "RealMan" Timm well, that's just general aging, Bob. I had my cataracts done some five years ago. Most people I know need cataract surgery after a certain age.

Nov 18, 2025 07:00 AM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks for sharing a personal story Bob!!!

I think heredity has more to do with our health than "the experts" give it credit.

Nov 18, 2025 04:55 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I am in total agreement with you Sham Reddy CRS .

Nov 18, 2025 06:59 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Heredity, food we eat, exercise, it all goes towards how we feel. As for having any illness without the "formal" symptoms - we have to be our own advocate!

Nov 18, 2025 05:27 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

That's right Kat Palmiotti . I have found it very helpful to write things down as I experience things as well. To many times I have forgotten information I should have shared with my Dr when we are face to face.

Nov 18, 2025 07:01 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Bob. All about the genes and lifestyle. Each individual is unique and knows themselves better than anyone else. That said, don't cheat yourself, know when it is time for assistance Enjoy your day.

Nov 18, 2025 06:01 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I am not shy about seeing the Dr Wayne Martin but my Dad always said "I will see the Dr when the ambulance takes me there".

Nov 18, 2025 07:14 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

There definitely is some merit to eating properly, and it absolutely allows one to not have to go to the doctor, haha.

Nov 18, 2025 06:03 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I eat what I like Brian England and that may shorten my life but it makes me look forward to meal time. ☺️

Nov 18, 2025 07:18 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Tuesday morning, Bob. Best wishes for many years of good health.

Thankfully, I have not yet had a heart attack.

Nov 18, 2025 06:37 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Mine have been minor (4 stint's over the years) and not really memorable as they totally dope you up so much you wake up and they send you home. I think the worst was the prep where they stick the IV's in you before surgery Roy Kelley .

Nov 18, 2025 07:22 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Bob, my mom and grandma had lots of things that they would say what to do to stay in good health.  My grandma lived to 94.

Nov 18, 2025 08:43 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Will Hamm I don't remember what advice my Grandma gave me except that I should only date good girls... I didn't listen until I married Carol. Grandma Timm (Lydia) lived to 99 but she got dementia around the age of 80.

Nov 18, 2025 10:47 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

That was a thoughtful share, Bob "RealMan" Timm, and I really appreciate the way you cut through the old sayings with real-life perspective 🙂. Your story makes the advice hit home, and I’m grateful you put it out there to remind us how important it is to lean on real care, not quick fixes.

Nov 18, 2025 08:53 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

Lew Corcoran I never thought I'd make it to 30 due to my crazy lifestyle. I settled down and on my next birthday I will be 72.

Nov 18, 2025 10:49 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

I am lucky. I only do my primary once per year for my wellness check. I have 2 a year to the dentist. Fingers crossed it stays that way.

Nov 18, 2025 01:14 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

You are lucky Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty . My New Years goal last year was to stay healthy. I've only been to the hospital twice  and seen my battery of Drs two or three times. The times they are improving.

Nov 18, 2025 06:31 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Excellent advice, Bob. Larry was feeling "odd" for about 4 months. None of his symptoms presents as having a heart attack. He continued to dive, hunt, fish, etc. We chased his symptoms down for 4 months. Finally I told him to have the doctor do an angiogram, or we were finding another doctor. He did and Larry had 99% blockage. Two stents later and he was fine. 

Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho you're right...listen to your body. 

Nov 18, 2025 08:02 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Kathy Streib if memory serves me correctly one symptom I did have was I got winded fairly easily but I blew that off as allergies being I'd been dealing with them for years already. I have 3 stints but only because one failed shortly after it was put in. I thank our God that Larry and I are both still around. ☺️

Nov 19, 2025 06:02 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Nov 22, 2025 06:03 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Cool, Thank you Kathy Streib . I really appreciate the honor. You've made my weekend. 😊

Nov 22, 2025 06:14 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Bob,

Listening to your body and have regular Doctor visits is so important. Hereditary does play in our personal health.

Nov 23, 2025 08:13 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Right on Dorie Dillard Austin TX , I wish I knew more about my families health history.

Nov 23, 2025 07:05 PM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

It is always good to stay active, but even better to know your Doctor well.

Nov 23, 2025 09:10 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I agree Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 . I've had the same general practitioner for 22 years and my other specialists have been with me for a while as well.

Nov 23, 2025 07:10 PM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

Your story really drives the point home—health is so much more than simple sayings or trends. Regular check-ups and listening to your body are essential, no matter how healthy we feel on the outside.

Nov 23, 2025 09:20 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Bob:

Thank goodness you listened to what your body was telling you...something we all need to pay attention to especially as we get older. 

Jeff

Nov 23, 2025 10:26 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

It's really important to know and to admit when we suspect that we are not on top of our game Jeff Dowler, CRS 

Nov 23, 2025 07:15 PM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

It’s funny that we kind of always know what we have to do to be healthy and Yeah, we still struggle now and again

Dec 02, 2025 10:58 PM