Can posture correct high blood pressure? Funny enough, it’s a question I didn’t expect to hear so often in my clinic, but here we are. After over a decade managing hypertension, I’ve learned to never underestimate the body’s interconnectedness. Patients often assume blood pressure is only about salt, stress, or genetics. But posture? Yep—turns out…
Hey there! If you’re like me, someone who’s spent years navigating the tricky waters of hypertension management, you know how important it is to keep blood pressure in check no matter where life takes you—even on the road. One thing I’ve learned from my practice as an Internal Medicine Physician is that blood pressure-friendly road…
If you’ve ever found yourself wide awake at 3 a.m. because of throbbing joints, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not imagining things. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had so many patients sit across from me, bleary-eyed and frustrated, asking, “Why is the pain always worse at night?” It’s a real issue, and it’s not…
Planning a party when you’re dealing with acid reflux can be a bit of a headache. Trust me—I’ve been there. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve had countless patients ask me for GERD safe party food ideas because the struggle to enjoy social gatherings without triggering symptoms is real. You want to have fun, snack…
If you’ve ever battled the daily discomfort of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know how important it is to find natural ways to ease the pain and inflammation. Over the years working as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen patients discover relief in some surprising places—like their teacups. Yes, the best teas for RA relief might…
If you’re anything like me, working in pulmonary care has made you hyper-aware of the little things that can trigger asthma symptoms. One of the sneakiest culprits? The air inside our homes. I get asked all the time about the best humidifier settings for asthma relief, especially during those dry winter months or when someone’s…
Waking up to stiff, achy joints can feel like your body is stuck in a stubborn time warp — especially if you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). You might have asked yourself, “Why does RA hurt in the morning?” As a rheumatology nurse practitioner who’s seen countless patients battle this very question, I want to…
If you’re dealing with acid reflux or GERD, you know that packing lunch isn’t as easy as grabbing whatever’s in the fridge. Trust me, working in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen how a few simple food swaps can make a world of difference. So, if you’re searching for GERD friendly lunchbox ideas that won’t leave…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, can asthma cause mucus in throat—you’re definitely not alone. I hear this question all the time in my clinic, and honestly, it makes total sense. You’d expect wheezing or coughing with asthma, but that sticky, annoying mucus in the back of your throat? That catches people off guard. As a…