Can quitting sugar reduce blood pressure? As an Internal Medicine physician with years of experience managing hypertension, I’ve been asked this question more times than I can count—usually right after a patient gets “the talk” about lifestyle changes. And I get it. Sugar is in everything, and letting it go feels like giving up a…
As an Internal Medicine physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is to catch the early hypertension signs in teenagers. It’s something that often flies under the radar because, let’s be honest, most people don’t expect high blood pressure to be an issue for young teens. But the reality is, spotting…
If you’ve ever found yourself eyeing the grill at a summer barbecue, wondering if there’s *anything* on there that won’t leave you with that all-too-familiar chest burn later—trust me, you’re not alone. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating it is for GERD patients to navigate food choices. One of the most…
If you’ve ever asked yourself how to manage asthma without medications, you’re definitely not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve met countless patients—young and old—who feel overwhelmed at the idea of depending on inhalers or pills forever. Now, don’t get me wrong, medications can be life-saving, but there’s a whole world of natural strategies…
Let’s talk about something you probably haven’t thought much about—your cleaning products. Yep, those bottles under your sink might be doing more than just disinfecting your countertops. If you’ve ever asked yourself, can asthma be triggered by cleaning products, you’re not alone. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s seen this time and time again in…
If you’ve ever felt that weird cold sensation in your throat after eating or lying down, and then wondered if it’s connected to GERD—you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen patients come in with all sorts of unexpected symptoms that seem totally unrelated to acid reflux. One…
Ever stared at that home blood pressure monitor and thought, “Am I even doing this right?” Trust me, you’re not alone. I’ve had countless patients—smart, health-conscious folks—walk into my office saying, “Doc, my numbers are all over the place!” That’s exactly why I’m writing this. With the rise in self-monitoring, especially for folks managing hypertension,…
If you’ve ever had a patient ask, “Can vinegar water help with BP?” — you’re not alone. It’s one of those folk remedies that comes up in conversation more than you’d expect. As someone who has managed countless cases of hypertension in primary care, I’ve heard it all: celery sticks, banana peels, deep breathing apps,…
Let’s be real—living with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) doesn’t mean you have to give up everything delicious, especially tacos. As someone who’s worked up close with patients managing reflux every day in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen how small food swaps can make a *huge* difference. That’s why I put together some of my favorite…