If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you probably know that it’s not just about the pain in your joints. RA is a beast that goes beyond the physical symptoms, and one of the areas that often gets overlooked is how it messes with your mood. Rheumatoid arthritis and its effect on your mood is…
Hey there! If you’re reading this, you probably have an upcoming doctor’s visit, and you’re wondering how to lower your blood pressure before walking into that office. It’s something that many of my patients have asked me over the years, and it’s totally understandable. No one likes those high blood pressure readings, especially when you…
Hey there! If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering about rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and how blood tests can help with the diagnosis. Maybe you’ve been experiencing some joint pain or discomfort, or maybe you’ve already been diagnosed and want to know how blood tests play into the process. Well, you’re in the right place! As…
Hey there! If you’re reading this, you’re probably looking for ways to lower your blood pressure without relying solely on medications. As someone who’s spent years working with patients, I can tell you that incorporating breathing exercises into your daily routine can really make a difference. In fact, the best breathing exercises for blood pressure…
Hey there! If you’re reading this, chances are you or someone you know is dealing with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or you’ve been living with it for years, you’re probably wondering how to protect your joints from rheumatoid arthritis damage. Trust me, I totally get it – as someone who’s spent…
Hey there! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re looking for ways to tackle high blood pressure, and I totally get it. As someone who specializes in hypertension, I’ve seen how big of an impact diet can have on your health. Low-sodium cooking techniques for hypertension aren’t just about eating bland, tasteless food. In fact,…
Hey there! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re either dealing with high blood pressure (hypertension), high cholesterol, or just want to know more about managing them. Believe me, you’re not alone. Both of these health conditions are more common than you might think, and managing them properly can make a world of difference in…
When you’ve got hypertension, or high blood pressure, it can feel a little overwhelming trying to figure out what exercise is actually safe and helpful. But here’s the good news—getting active is one of the best ways to manage it, and it doesn’t have to mean going hard at the gym every day. In fact,…
If you’re anything like most people, you probably don’t think about your gut and brain working together to influence your blood pressure. But let me tell you, there’s more to this connection than you might realize. Over the years, as someone who’s been working with people to manage their hypertension, I’ve noticed that one of…