Trying to lower high blood pressure naturally doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle. I’ve been an Internal Medicine physician specializing in hypertension management for over a decade, and I can tell you firsthand—many patients are shocked at how much their lifestyle can shift the numbers on that blood pressure cuff. Sure, medications can…
Fasting has been practiced for centuries—religiously, culturally, and now, more recently, for health and wellness. But let’s talk about what not enough people are really diving into: how blood pressure changes during fasting. As an Internal Medicine physician who’s spent years working with patients managing hypertension, I’ve seen firsthand how periods of fasting can lead…
Let’s be honest—“detox” is one of those buzzwords that gets thrown around so often, it’s lost a bit of its meaning. And if you’re like many of my patients managing hypertension, you might be wondering if detoxing is even safe for you in the first place. The short answer? It absolutely can be—if you do…
High blood pressure and tingling hands — that’s a combo that I see more often in my clinic than you’d think. Patients walk in worried their fingers feel numb or “buzzing,” especially when they’re stressed or just waking up. Sometimes they shrug it off. Other times, they spiral down the Google rabbit hole. Either way,…
If you’ve ever wondered, are probiotics good for blood pressure? — you’re definitely not alone. As someone who manages hypertension cases day in and day out, I’ve had this question pop up more times than I can count. And honestly? It’s a great one. When my patients ask about supplements, lifestyle tweaks, or dietary changes,…
If you’ve ever wondered about the high blood pressure and dry mouth connection, you’re not alone. I’ve had more than a few patients walk into my clinic looking confused and frustrated, asking, “Doc, why does my mouth feel like the Sahara desert ever since I started taking meds for my blood pressure?” And believe me,…
Can honey reduce high blood pressure? That’s a question I’ve been asked more times than I can count—both in clinic hallways and casual chats at family barbecues. As an internal medicine physician who focuses on hypertension management, I’ve learned that people are hungry (no pun intended) for natural, lifestyle-based ways to support their health. And…
Let’s talk about something I see more often than you might think in my clinic: how magnesium deficiency impacts blood pressure. It’s not the flashy mineral that gets as much attention as sodium or potassium, but trust me, magnesium deserves a front-row seat in the hypertension conversation. I’ve had countless patients over the years dealing…
If you’ve ever felt like your body’s holding onto water like it’s prepping for a drought—and your blood pressure is riding high on top of that—you’re not alone. As someone who’s spent years managing hypertension in my internal medicine practice, I’ve seen how tightly high blood pressure and fluid retention are intertwined. It’s not just…