Myths vs. Facts You Need to Know If you’ve ever had trouble finishing a sentence because your breathing suddenly got weird, it can feel unsettling—especially if you live with asthma. Shortness of breath while talking might seem like something that only happens after intense exercise or when you’re super anxious, but in reality, it can…
Not all breathing techniques are created equal—especially during an asthma attack. Let’s separate the facts from fiction. If you’ve ever had to rely on breathing control methods during an asthma attack, you know how confusing the advice out there can be. Some of it works, some doesn’t—and some might even make things worse. In this…
Summer’s here, and that means barbecue season is in full swing! But if you’re living with GERD (like many of the patients I worked with at the gastro clinic), traditional barbecue spreads can be a minefield. Think greasy sides, acidic condiments, spicy rubs—you get the idea. That’s why I put together this guide to GERD…
Let me tell you—after years of managing patients with high blood pressure, one of the most frustrating things people ask me (usually after trying every salt-free seasoning known to man) is: “Why does my blood pressure spike at night, even when I do everything right during the day?” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone….
Have you ever wondered, can asthma cause fullness after meals? As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve encountered patients who mention unusual symptoms that seem unrelated at first glance—like that uncomfortable sensation of fullness right after eating. It’s easy to think of asthma purely as a breathing issue, but the reality can be more complex. Sometimes,…
Living with asthma doesn’t have to feel like you’re constantly walking a tightrope. One of the biggest game-changers for my patients—and even for me when managing family members with asthma—has been understanding how to track asthma triggers effectively. It sounds simple, right? But you’d be surprised how many people skip this step and go straight…
If you’ve ever dealt with the uncomfortable burn of acid reflux or the nagging symptoms of GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), you already know how much what we eat and drink matters. But what about hydration? Most people overlook how GERD friendly hydration habits can make a major difference. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen…
Managing GERD friendly microwave meal ideas can feel a bit like walking a culinary tightrope, especially when you’re juggling a busy schedule. I totally get it—working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic has given me a front-row seat to how challenging it can be for folks to eat comfortably with GERD. I’ve had…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can asthma cause weird heartbeat feelings?”—you’re not alone. I’ve had patients ask me this exact question more times than I can count. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma can do more than just make breathing hard. Sometimes, it throws in those bizarre chest flutters or thumps…