Spring rolls in with sunshine and blossoms, but let’s be honest—those of us who manage hypertension know allergy season can be a real curveball. As an internist who’s helped countless patients navigate this, I’ve seen firsthand how managing blood pressure during allergy season becomes more complicated than most people expect. Between the sniffles, itchy eyes,…
If you’re like many of my patients who ask, is dark chocolate good for high blood pressure?, you’re in for some sweet news. As an internal medicine physician who’s been managing hypertension for over a decade, I’ve seen a growing interest in natural and dietary ways to help with blood pressure control. And honestly, the…
If you’ve ever managed a patient with persistent high blood pressure despite lifestyle changes and a long list of medications, you know how frustrating it can be—for both the patient and the provider. One of the often-overlooked yet crucial elements in managing hypertension is something many people don’t talk about enough: the role of potassium…
As a physician specializing in hypertension management, I’m often asked about natural remedies that can help lower blood pressure. One of the most common questions I receive is, “Can green smoothies help lower blood pressure?” The answer isn’t simple, but there’s a lot to consider. Let’s dive into the science behind it, and I’ll share…
If you’ve ever felt that strange combination of blood pressure and chest tightness symptoms, you’re not alone—and as an internal medicine physician who manages hypertension day in and day out, I can tell you this: it’s something we shouldn’t ignore. I’ve had countless patients walk into my office brushing off mild pressure in their chest,…
It’s wild how often I’ve seen patients walk into my clinic—blood pressure numbers through the roof—and yet, when we dig into the details, they’re not on a salt binge, not missing meds, not overly stressed… they’re just plain dehydrated. Yep, you read that right. Turns out, how dehydration triggers high blood pressure is something most…
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, can apple juice lower blood pressure?, you’re not alone. As an Internal Medicine physician who’s spent years helping patients manage hypertension, I’ve been asked about every possible home remedy and dietary tweak imaginable—apple juice included. And to be honest? I get it. The idea of sipping something as sweet…
Let’s be real — hot flashes are already annoying enough without your blood pressure deciding to join the rollercoaster. But yes, blood pressure changes during hot flashes are absolutely a thing, and as someone who’s worked in internal medicine focusing on hypertension management for years, I’ve seen just how confusing (and honestly, frustrating) it can…
As an internal medicine physician, I’ve had countless conversations with patients over the years about managing their blood pressure—not just through prescriptions and lifestyle changes, but also through something a little less talked about: safe supplements for high blood pressure patients. Trust me, I get it. Medications can be life-saving, but so many of my…