When patients ask me about managing high blood pressure beyond medication, my mind often jumps to one vibrant, refreshing solution—juicing. And not just any juice. We’re talking about the best juicing recipes for hypertension—flavorful, nutrient-packed combinations that support heart health in ways most folks don’t even realize. As an internal medicine physician with years focused…
Managing blood pressure without medication is something I’ve seen countless patients eager to explore in my years as an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management. It’s totally understandable—who wouldn’t want to control their health naturally, avoiding the side effects and complexities that sometimes come with medications? The truth is, while medications are lifesaving and…
As an internal medicine physician who’s spent years knee-deep in the nuances of hypertension management, I’ve noticed a recurring issue that doesn’t get nearly enough attention — posture. Yep, you heard me. How posture affects blood pressure readings isn’t just a technicality for nurses to fuss over; it can make the difference between a correct…
If you’ve ever felt your heart racing out of nowhere, palms sweaty, breath quickening, and then noticed your blood pressure shoot up, you’re not alone. Blood pressure changes during panic attacks can be confusing and downright alarming, especially when you’re trying to manage hypertension or keep your cardiovascular health in check. I’ve seen countless patients…
Let’s talk about something I see all the time in my practice but often gets overlooked in everyday conversations—the blood pressure and sleeping disorders link. Believe me, it’s more than just a coincidence when someone tells me they’ve been sleeping poorly and suddenly their BP numbers start creeping up. I’ve had countless patients, from busy…
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years managing patients both pre-op and post-op, it’s that managing hypertension after surgery is a whole different ball game than handling it in a typical outpatient setting. It’s not just about writing a script for an ACE inhibitor and calling it a day. The stress of surgery,…
Managing blood pressure can sometimes feel like chasing a moving target, especially when lifestyle changes and medications don’t always do the trick. Over the years, as an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve witnessed firsthand how patients often struggle to keep their numbers steady despite all efforts. Interestingly, one area gaining real traction…
If you’ve ever checked your blood pressure after a tough workout and thought, “Whoa, that can’t be right,” you’re not alone. As an Internal Medicine physician who spends a good part of my day helping patients manage hypertension, I’ve had quite a few people — even marathon runners and CrossFit lovers — come into the…
Can lemon balm tea reduce blood pressure? That’s a question I’ve been asked more times than I can count in my clinic. As an internal medicine physician who deals with hypertension management day in and day out, I’ve seen all sorts of natural remedies make their rounds—some with solid science backing them, others… not so…