Let’s be real — hot flashes are already annoying enough without your blood pressure deciding to join the rollercoaster. But yes, blood pressure changes during hot flashes are absolutely a thing, and as someone who’s worked in internal medicine focusing on hypertension management for years, I’ve seen just how confusing (and honestly, frustrating) it can…
As an internal medicine physician, I’ve had countless conversations with patients over the years about managing their blood pressure—not just through prescriptions and lifestyle changes, but also through something a little less talked about: safe supplements for high blood pressure patients. Trust me, I get it. Medications can be life-saving, but so many of my…
Can breathing exercises help hypertension? It’s a question I get a lot in my clinic—especially from patients hoping to find something beyond another pill to swallow. As an internal medicine physician who’s spent years managing hypertension, I’ve learned that sometimes the simplest approaches can be surprisingly powerful. Sure, medications are foundational. But when I see…
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet many don’t realize they have it. As an Internal Medicine Physician with a focus on hypertension management, I’ve witnessed firsthand how this “silent killer” can go unnoticed until it leads to severe health complications. Understanding Hypertension is crucial not only…
Ever had one of those throbbing headaches right behind your eyes that just won’t quit—and it’s not from staring at a screen all day or missing your morning coffee? I’ve seen it time and time again in my practice as an internal medicine physician: folks walking in with that exact complaint, only to discover it’s…
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, can vitamin D improve blood pressure?, you’re not alone. This is a question I’ve been asked countless times in my clinic. As an internal medicine physician, I’ve seen a surprising number of patients managing hypertension also show signs of low vitamin D. That coincidence nudged me to start digging…
If you’ve ever found yourself overwhelmed by the topic of effective hypertension management, trust me—you’re not alone. As an Internal Medicine physician who’s spent years in the trenches with patients trying to tame those stubborn blood pressure numbers, I’ve seen how confusing and frustrating it can get. I’m Gwenna, and in my day-to-day practice, hypertension…
Hypertension Symptoms, Causes, and Management Tips — it’s a phrase I say (and hear) more often than I’d like. As an internal medicine physician who’s spent years deep in the trenches of hypertension management, I can tell you firsthand that high blood pressure isn’t just about a number on a screen. It’s about the silent…
If you’ve ever found yourself staring into your pantry wondering if that humble container of oatmeal could do more than just keep you full until lunch — you’re not alone. As an internal medicine physician with a focus on hypertension management, I get asked this all the time: Can oatmeal lower blood pressure fast? The…