Ever had one of those days where you’re sitting in clinic, and a patient walks in complaining of weird little specks or cobwebs drifting across their vision? And just as you’re jotting that down, they casually mention they’ve also been dealing with high blood pressure for a while. That made me pause—and honestly, it’s what…
Managing high blood pressure after flu isn’t something most people think about—until it hits them. I’ve seen it time and time again in my clinic. A patient gets over a nasty case of the flu, only to notice their blood pressure readings are unexpectedly elevated. And they’re often left scratching their heads, wondering what on…
Can omega-3 lower blood pressure quickly? That’s a question I get a lot in my practice—and not just from patients. Friends, family, even colleagues will casually ask me over dinner or during a walk. And I get it. High blood pressure can sneak up on you, and when it does, you want fast, natural solutions….
Craving salty snacks after a long day? You’re definitely not alone. As an internal medicine physician who’s worked extensively with patients battling high blood pressure, I’ve seen firsthand how hard it is to cut down on sodium—especially when those cravings hit hard. Figuring out how to reduce sodium cravings naturally can feel like solving a…
If you’ve ever sipped on coconut water after a workout and felt refreshed, you’re not alone. Lately, a lot of my patients have been asking me: Is coconut water good for hypertension? As an internal medicine physician who spends a good chunk of her day managing high blood pressure cases, I love when folks show…
Can potassium supplements lower BP fast? That’s a question I get *all the time* from my patients, especially the ones who are newly diagnosed with hypertension or just tired of the whole “watch your salt, exercise, and come back in 3 months” routine. As an Internal Medicine physician who’s spent over a decade managing high…
If you’ve ever felt like your blood pressure has a mind of its own during the summer—or if you’re a patient who’s told me, “Doc, I feel worse when it’s hot”—you’re not imagining things. Managing blood pressure in hot climates comes with its own unique set of challenges. As an internal medicine physician who’s helped…
If you’ve ever tried managing your blood pressure at home, you know how important it is to have a reliable device that truly reflects your health status. As an Internal Medicine physician specializing in hypertension management, I often see patients overwhelmed by the sheer number of home blood pressure monitors available. So, how do you…
If you’ve been juggling hypertension and trying to figure out which protein powders are safe for your blood pressure, you’re not alone. As an internal medicine physician who spends a good chunk of my clinic hours counseling patients on hypertension management, I’ve seen firsthand how something as “harmless” as a post-workout shake can throw things…