For most of my life, I didn’t give hydration much thought. A glass of water here and there, maybe some juice or coffee during the day, and I assumed I was covered. That changed when migraines started taking over my weeks. One day, while talking to my neurologist, she casually asked how much water I…
Not long ago, I noticed something strange happening every time I skipped a few glasses of water. I’d get irritable, my heart would race, and out of nowhere, this fog of anxious tension would roll in. At first, I thought I was just having one of those rough days, but the pattern was undeniable: the…
Can drinking too much water raise BP? It’s a question I get asked surprisingly often in my practice. You’d think with all the emphasis on hydration these days — water bottles the size of toddlers, apps reminding you to sip every hour — we’d all be better off. But when it comes to blood pressure,…
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Can dehydration cause acid reflux?”—you’re definitely not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a gastroenterology clinic, I saw that question come up more times than I can count. A surprising number of patients didn’t realize how big a role hydration plays in digestive health. Honestly, before I worked…
As an internal medicine physician with a focus on hypertension management, I’ve seen many patients who experience unexpected drops in blood pressure. One common question I frequently hear is, “Can dehydration cause low blood pressure?” The short answer is yes, but the situation is more complex than just a simple “yes” or “no.” Dehydration can…
As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve spent years working closely with patients who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). One thing that constantly comes up in my practice is how little attention is paid to hydration and its impact on joint pain. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the joints, leading…
As an Internal Medicine Physician specializing in Hypertension Management, one of the most frequently asked questions I get is about how to stay hydrated with hypertension. It’s a valid concern—hydration plays a crucial role in our overall health, but for individuals with high blood pressure, it can sometimes feel like a tricky balancing act. The…
As an asthma expert specializing in respiratory health, I’ve seen firsthand how critical proper management is to leading a full, active life. But did you know that one often-overlooked factor can make a significant difference in asthma control? That factor is hydration. It may sound simple, but the role of hydration in asthma control is…
When it comes to managing hypertension, the importance of proper hydration is often overlooked. We all know that drinking water is essential for health, but did you know that a well-structured water intake schedule can play a crucial role in managing high blood pressure? As someone who has spent years working with hypertension patients, I…