Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be a tough journey. As someone who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing RA, I’ve seen firsthand how life-changing this condition can be. But here’s the good news—there are ways to manage it, and some of those ways are more accessible than you might think. One of the most…
Does exercise worsen acid reflux? That’s a question I get asked all the time by my patients struggling with GERD. And honestly, I get it. You’re told exercise is great for overall health, but then you hit the gym, and boom—burning chest, sour taste, and that awful feeling of acid creeping up your throat. I’ve…
Dealing with exercise-induced asthma? Oh, I know that struggle all too well. As someone who’s worked extensively in respiratory health, I’ve seen how frustrating it can be when something as essential as breathing gets in the way of an active lifestyle. Whether you’re an athlete, a casual jogger, or just someone trying to stay fit,…
When it comes to managing high blood pressure, many people think of cardio first. But here’s a secret: strength training exercises for hypertension can be just as effective—if not more—in keeping your blood pressure in check. Over the years as a hypertension specialist, I’ve seen how resistance exercises help my patients build strength while also…
Blood pressure and blood sugar levels might seem like two separate health concerns, but trust me, they are more connected than most people realize. Over the years, working with patients struggling with hypertension, I’ve seen firsthand how managing one often means keeping a close eye on the other. And yet, so many people overlook this…
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer” because it sneaks up on people without noticeable symptoms—until it’s too late. As a hypertension specialist, I’ve seen firsthand how this condition can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease. But here’s the good news: you can control high blood pressure without medication….
As someone who has spent years specializing in respiratory health and asthma treatment, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma triggers can be sneaky and unpredictable. You might be feeling fine one moment, then suddenly your breathing becomes labored, and you’re left scrambling to figure out what went wrong. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, *”How do…
High blood pressure and stress: a vicious cycle. If you’ve ever experienced the pressure of a busy workday, a stressful family situation, or just the daily grind of life, you might have noticed something all too familiar: your heart rate picking up, your breathing getting a bit more shallow, and that tight feeling in your…
Welcome to my blog! I’m Gwenna, a hypertension expert, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s both fascinating and important for overall health—how blood pressure changes with different body types. If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to have normal blood pressure while others struggle with high or low blood pressure, you’re not…