When you think about blood pressure, what comes to mind? For most people, it’s a straightforward concept: blood pressure is a measure of how hard your blood pushes against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps. But did you know that blood pressure is often influenced by far more than just what you…
Hypertension and anxiety—two health concerns that often go hand in hand, yet so many people don’t realize just how deeply they’re connected. As someone who has spent years helping patients navigate the ups and downs of high blood pressure, I’ve seen firsthand how anxiety can wreak havoc on the cardiovascular system. But here’s the thing—most…
Stress and asthma—two things that seem completely unrelated, right? But if you’ve ever had an asthma attack triggered by a high-pressure situation, you know exactly how deeply connected they are. As someone who has spent years studying respiratory health, I’ve seen firsthand how stress can send even well-controlled asthma spiraling out of control. Whether it’s…
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…
As a hypertension expert, I’ve seen firsthand how chronic stress and mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD can contribute to the development of high blood pressure. It’s no secret that managing mental health can be just as important as physical health when it comes to preventing and treating hypertension. But how exactly does…
When it comes to asthma, most people think of wheezing, shortness of breath, and tightness in the chest. But did you know that asthma can actually lead to an increase in heart rate? If you’re someone who lives with asthma, you’ve probably noticed your heart rate spiking during an attack or even after strenuous physical…
Living with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can feel like an endless battle with heartburn, discomfort, and sleepless nights. If you’ve been searching for Effective GERD Management Tips, you’re in the right place. As someone who has spent years studying digestive health—and yes, even dealing with occasional reflux myself—I know firsthand how disruptive it can be….
As someone who’s spent years helping people manage their GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), I’ve seen the condition manifest in many different ways. But one of the questions I hear most often from patients is, *”Can GERD cause nausea?”* It’s an interesting and somewhat perplexing issue for many people living with GERD. While nausea isn’t always…