Traveling can be both exciting and stressful. Whether it’s a road trip, a long-haul flight, or just a weekend getaway, maintaining healthy habits—especially for those managing blood pressure—can be challenging. Having the right snacks on hand can make a significant difference. High blood pressure, or hypertension, doesn’t take a vacation. That’s why choosing BP-friendly snacks…
Ever wake up feeling a little “off,” only to check your blood pressure and see that it’s unexpectedly high? You’re not alone. Many people with high blood pressure (hypertension) notice a surprising spike first thing in the morning—even if things looked fine the night before. This can be confusing, even scary. But there’s a good…
Managing blood pressure naturally can feel like a daunting task, but sometimes simple habits can make a real difference. One surprisingly effective method is eating slowly. Yes, slowing down at mealtime not only helps with digestion and weight management but also can play a meaningful role in lowering blood pressure. Here’s a week-by-week guide to…
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…
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,…
Ever found yourself behind the wheel, radio humming, halfway through your commute—then suddenly, a wave of dizziness hits you out of nowhere? It’s unsettling. As an internal medicine physician, I’ve had countless patients describe this exact scenario. What many don’t realize is that high BP and dizziness while driving can be more than just a…
High blood pressure with slow pulse is one of those puzzling situations that I’ve come across quite a few times in my years managing hypertension as an internal medicine physician. Usually, when we think of high blood pressure—also known as hypertension—we imagine a fast or pounding heartbeat, right? But sometimes, patients show up with elevated…
Can overhydration lower blood pressure dangerously? That’s a question I’ve heard surprisingly often in clinic, and honestly, it’s a good one. I still remember a patient who came in worried because she was drinking nearly two gallons of water a day hoping to “flush out” her hypertension. She felt dizzy, tired, and kept needing to…
If you’ve ever caught yourself yawning more than usual and thought, “Hmm, am I just tired or is something up?”, you’re not alone. As an internal medicine physician with a special interest in hypertension management, I’ve had a surprising number of patients come in asking about high BP and frequent yawning. At first glance, the…