Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how RA can severely impact quality of life. What many don’t realize is that our diet can play a significant role in managing this condition. In fact, certain foods can worsen inflammation and…
As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve seen firsthand how challenging it can be for patients to manage high blood pressure. For many, medications are the first line of defense. But, what if there was a more natural way to lower blood pressure? One of the questions I often get asked by…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how it can impact individuals’ daily lives. What many people don’t know is that there’s more to RA than just joint pain and inflammation. The gut microbiome – the trillions of bacteria and microorganisms…
As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve seen firsthand how lifestyle changes can significantly impact blood pressure levels. One such change that I always emphasize to my patients is the importance of dietary fiber. Not only is fiber a cornerstone of a healthy diet, but it also plays a crucial role in…
Managing high blood pressure isn’t just about prescription medications—trust me, I’ve been treating patients with hypertension for over a decade, and one of the most common questions I get is: “What can I eat to help control my numbers?” Well, let’s talk snacks. Not just any snacks, but the best magnesium-rich snacks for hypertension. This…
When I talk to my patients about managing rheumatoid arthritis and the role of hydration, the reaction is often a puzzled look followed by, “Wait… water can help my joints?” And I get it—hydration seems almost too simple in the grand scheme of chronic autoimmune conditions. But here’s the deal: as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner,…
As an Internal Medicine physician specializing in hypertension management, I’ve seen firsthand how the summer heat can impact people with high blood pressure. It’s not just the discomfort of the sweltering temperatures, but also how they affect the body’s ability to regulate blood pressure. Managing high blood pressure in the summer heat can be especially…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is more than just a condition that affects the joints—it can significantly impact daily life. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had the privilege of helping countless patients navigate this complex and often debilitating disease. But beyond medications and treatments, one of the most effective ways to manage RA is through making…
When you’re living with high blood pressure, or hypertension, managing sodium intake becomes a top priority. We all know that too much salt isn’t good for us, but when it comes to processed foods, it can be really hard to tell just how much sodium is lurking in your meals. As someone who’s worked with…