If you’ve been wondering, can asthma cause rapid weight loss, you’re not alone. It’s a question that pops up more often than people might think. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner who’s worked with hundreds of asthma patients over the years, I’ve seen some pretty unexpected symptoms crop up—and yes, weight changes are sometimes one of…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be a daily challenge, and when it comes to managing your weight, things can feel even more complicated. As someone who has spent years working as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how weight management plays a significant role in how people with RA manage their symptoms. If…
If you’ve ever wondered, can losing weight reverse high blood pressure? — you’re not alone. As a physician in internal medicine, I’ve had this conversation more times than I can count. Patients walk in with their blood pressure creeping higher, meds stacking up, and frustration mounting. But here’s the honest truth: for many people, the…
As a physician specializing in hypertension management, I often get asked about natural remedies and supplements that may help lower blood pressure. One of the most common questions I hear is, “Is green coffee good for blood pressure?” It’s a great question, and one that I think is worth exploring. Green coffee, or unroasted coffee…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be a real challenge, especially when it comes to managing weight. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how patients with RA often struggle with weight gain or loss due to inflammation, joint pain, and the impact of medications. It’s not uncommon for patients to feel frustrated when trying to…
Can asthma cause weight loss or gain? It’s a question I get asked surprisingly often, especially by patients who are either newly diagnosed or who’ve been dealing with asthma for years and suddenly notice their body changing in ways they didn’t expect. As someone who’s worked as a pulmonary nurse for over a decade, I’ve…
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…
If you’ve ever felt like your pants suddenly shrank after a hearty meal and then got hit with that familiar fiery sensation creeping up your chest, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I saw a lot of people battling *acid reflux and weight gain*—and let me tell you, the…
When it comes to managing high blood pressure, many people don’t realize that something as simple as diet can have a huge impact. One diet that’s been gaining popularity for its ability to support heart health and help regulate blood pressure is a low-carb diet. But what exactly are the best low-carb diets for blood…