Can digital detox help blood pressure? It’s a question I’ve been getting more often than you’d think—usually from patients who are at their wit’s end juggling stress, screen time, and skyrocketing BP readings. As an internal medicine physician who’s spent the better part of a decade managing hypertension, I’ve learned that not all solutions come…
Summer rolls around, flights are booked, bags packed—and if you’re like many of my patients, there’s one question nagging in the back of your mind: how to manage blood pressure while on vacation without turning your relaxing getaway into a medical checklist. Trust me, as a physician who specializes in hypertension management and someone who’s…
Can turmeric tea reduce hypertension symptoms? That’s a question I’ve heard more times than I can count during patient consults. As someone who’s spent over a decade managing high blood pressure cases, I’ve seen a growing curiosity among patients around natural remedies—especially when it comes to turmeric. And you know what? I get it. We’re…
Can food sensitivities raise blood pressure? This might seem like a niche question, but trust me—after years in internal medicine with a focus on hypertension management, I’ve seen more than a few patients whose blood pressure just wouldn’t budge, no matter how many medications or lifestyle changes we threw at it. And here’s the kicker:…
If you’ve been told your blood pressure is creeping up—or maybe it’s already up there—you’re probably wondering what you can do about it beyond popping pills. Let’s talk about the best exercises to lower blood pressure fast. This is something I discuss with my patients almost daily in the clinic. Honestly, you’d be surprised how…
As an internal medicine physician who’s spent years helping patients navigate the winding road of hypertension, I’ve seen every health trend you can imagine pop up in my clinic. Lately, one question keeps bubbling up—is kombucha safe for hypertension patients? I get it. Kombucha is everywhere—from trendy cafés to the refrigerated aisles of big box…
Can essential oils lower diastolic blood pressure? That’s a question I’ve been hearing more often lately—not just from wellness blogs or holistic health forums, but from my own patients. As an internal medicine physician who manages hypertension day in and day out, I’ve grown used to the common culprits: sodium, stress, sedentary lifestyle. But more…
Hypertension is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and its impact extends beyond just the individual diagnosed. As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in Hypertension Management, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is to support a loved one living with high blood pressure. The emotional and physical toll of managing hypertension can…
If you’re navigating the rollercoaster of menopause and suddenly your blood pressure is creeping up for no clear reason—you’re not imagining it. Blood pressure and menopause: what to know is a topic I find myself discussing more and more often in the clinic. I’ve been an Internal Medicine Physician for over a decade, and let…