If you’ve ever struggled with acid reflux or GERD, you already know how tricky it can be to find meals or drinks that won’t leave you regretting your choices later. As someone who’s worked up close in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen just how many folks are desperate for tasty alternatives that won’t trigger their…
As an internal medicine physician with years of experience in managing hypertension, I’ve seen firsthand how critical it is to create an effective and personalized hypertension care plan for each patient. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is one of the leading causes of cardiovascular disease, and while it’s a common condition, its management requires a…
Is celery really good for hypertension? That’s a question I get asked more often than you’d expect—and not just by my patients, but friends, family, even strangers once they find out I’m an Internal Medicine physician. It’s funny how a humble vegetable can stir up so much curiosity. I’ve spent the last decade focused on…
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough — can asthma cause pain in shoulder and neck? I’ve been a pulmonary nurse for over a decade, and you wouldn’t believe how many patients have come into the clinic worried about chest tightness, only to say, “Oh, and by the way, I also have this…
As a pulmonary nurse with years of experience, I’ve had my fair share of questions from patients about asthma. One common question that comes up frequently is, “Is asthma more common at night?” It’s a valid concern, especially for those who find themselves struggling to breathe when the sun sets. Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition,…
If you’re anything like me—working in pulmonary care, seeing patients struggle with the annoying, never-ending drip in the back of their throat—you know how frustrating asthma-related postnasal drip can be. Whether you’re constantly clearing your throat, waking up feeling like you’ve swallowed cotton, or dealing with that tickle that turns into a coughing fit at…
If you’ve been struggling with both high blood pressure and back pain, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not imagining things. Over the years in my Internal Medicine practice, I’ve had countless patients come in wondering if there’s a connection between these two seemingly unrelated issues. And here’s the truth: there just might be. The body…
As an Internal Medicine Physician with years of experience managing hypertension, I’ve come across a question that seems to pop up time and time again from my patients: “What type of salt is best for hypertension?” It’s an incredibly important question because salt plays a big role in managing blood pressure. While many people know…
As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in Hypertension Management, I’ve had the privilege of helping many people understand how to manage their blood pressure better. One question that often comes up is: *How to stretch for blood pressure relief?* It’s a great question, especially considering that lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on managing…