2 weeks ago ,i am also suffering from high blood pressure ,i went clinic and check my blood pressure,my pressure was 175/125. Dr suggested me to use medicine,but i ignored.i complete change lifestyle change .now after 2 weeks today my pressure is 129/87 . Exercise, 4 cloves of garlic, eating fruits,salad, skip sugar and fastfood and packed food.skip animal food ,loose 3 kg in 2 weeks, Thanks god.
This is heart warming and encouraging. I'm a 31 yo with 150/110 bp and feel I'm too young to start on meds. Your testimony is such a blessing. I'm going to beat this
I have been drinking hibiscus water (tea) every day for about a month and I just went to the doctor and after years and years of high blood pressure it was normal!!
Don’t drink too much or you’ll be in the bathroom all day. 2 cups is all i can take. It doesn’t do much for my bp but i think it does help flush the system
Eating oranges and strawberries daily relaxes me. I take garlic 2000mg, coq10, fish oil, exercise 3 times per week for 30 minutes. I eat meat in moderation. No sugar. I use monk fruit as a sweetener. I seen benefits when eat lots of veggies more than fruit and meat daily.
I adopted a ketogenic diet after being diagnosed with T2 diabetes. It checked 3 boxes on that list, eliminating sugar, processed foods, and loosing weight. Brought my BP down to normal levels.
Yes you are correct, in order to get our bp normal again, we have to remove all stuff that you dont approve of, so tiktok was bringing on my stress so i removed myself from social media, seems like i have to lose my fone to live a completely stressless life. Thank you and if i remember clearly it was my fone that brought on my hypertension.
To those with sleep issues I will relate my experience. After visiting an ENT doctor I was told I had an extremely deviated septum, something millions of people have and don’t even realize. I have probably had mine all my life. Anyway I had simple septoplasty surgery and no longer need breath right strips anymore, can fall asleep on my back, have much deeper sleep and my blood pressure has dropped and is more manageable. Not sure if there is a direct link between bp and septoplasty, but in my case I can breathe and smell as never before. :)
Hi,..How invasive is this surgery that you had? Is it always successful? And did you have sleep apnea also? I was diagnosed with a deviated septum 30 years ago. But I also have sleep apnea and I don't use a CPAP because my CPAP was recalled and I'm too afraid to try another one.😢😊
Take your blood pressure at home and not at the doctors. At home my blood pressure can be as low as 96/67. At the doctors it can be as high as 185/95. Too many years of abuse! 1:37
Hello, Doc. Thanks for the informative video. I’m 68 years and I’ve been diagnosed with hypertension. I’ve been controlling my BP with exercise, weight management and diet. One area of my overall health that I have a difficult time improving is sleep. On nights when my sleep suffers, I notice that my BP is consistently higher the next day. I didn’t realize there was such a strong correlation. I’m trying to integrate more hours of vigorous exercise to help with sleep. Would welcome other thoughts.
Appreciate your question and thoughts.Physical activity is an important part of safeguarding a good night’s sleep. Exercise helps you fall asleep faster and even helps you stay asleep during the night. Here is a link to a study which discusses how aerobic exercise helps with sleep.www.northwestern.edu/newscenter/stories/2010/09/aerobic-exercise-relieves-insomnia.html. However, would avoid exercise before going to be and rather do it earlier during the day. If you are interested here is an article I wrote about falling asleep.drthinkyourhealth.com/fall-asleep-fast-7-natural-tips-for-insomnia/
I used to suffer from insomnia for years, but then I found eye pad helping so much. Not only was my insomnia cured but also during normal sleep it does help me sleep more profoundly. I sometimes still have trouble sleeping whenever I am stressed out, but the difference now is that I will still be able to sleep after 1-2 hours of staying awake after I close my eyes. Overall, my sleeping quality improves more than 90 percent I would say
Rest a little and take a deep breathe . Inhale thru your nose n exhale thru your mouth around 7 or 8 or up 10 but slowly and you will see your bp will go.down immediately.
Late 60s, been on BP meds for 20 years. Didn't make any overall changes besides meds until 2 years ago. Always fairly fit and active but exercising more never seemed to make much difference long term. Went to a plant based diet 2 years ago and within 6 months was able to discontinue all 3 BP meds. For me it was more about diet than exercise. I feel 10 years younger and much more energy
exactly same for me - used to eat meat based diet (no processed food or sugar) and always had high blood pressure. Within 3 months of going to a plant based diet my BP was at 115 / 71
@@stevej5276 not for me at all. Only going plant based made a difference. I do think we have to acknowledge that we're all different and there is no single panacea
Thanks again Doc!!! Yesterday I had a blood pressure spike all day just about...150/100 normal HR.. today back to my normal 128/88... I do take 20mg of lisinopril every morning....🤔
Thank you Dr.John for your informative and helpful advice to lower BP. You have a gentle and appealing way of speaking. God bless you for your good work. Felt good after listening to your talk.
I took a class held by the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi on meditation. I do it regularly insilence or while listening to music. While hospitalized recently I could lower my blood pressure I demand while hooked up to the machine. while everyone in my family has high blood presure and take medications, I average 120/70. I have been able to go as low as 115/62. I have found however that salt can really raise your numbers to scary levels. One day I ate a small can of nuts in lieu of meals; the next day my blood pressure was 190/86. Three days later without salted nuts it returned to 120/78.
Yep on the salt. I try to jot eat more than needed or I start feeling it. I notice that usually my blood pressure rises when I had to much salt or stressed. But normally at a healthy spot other wise.
I succeeded in lowering my BP 145/90 - 112/76 consistently. Fix? exercise. That's it. 20 min a day for 3 months to make the BP drop. For me it worked. Now i feel and look better and that makes a difference to my confidence and well being. Me ? 60 years old, sedentary with history of Afib.
My bp will be 140/95 for a week or 2, or 125/85 for a week or 2. I'm still trying to figure out what the difference is. One thing I'm certain of is that very few doctors have any idea what it should be or how to control it. Years of experience has taught me that most of what doctors tell you is wrong, so you need to figure it out with him/her participating as a minor advisor.
Hello doctor! Thank you for the informative video. I was diagnosed with high blood pressure seven months ago. due to my unhealthy lifestyle. I quit everything and started doing yoga and living a healthy lifestyle, and because of that, I was able to control my blood pressure. I started skipping my medicine, and finally I stopped taking it as my blood pressure was very low after taking medicine (90/67). It has been more than a month since I stopped taking medicine, and most of the time my pressure in the evening is 130/85 and in the morning it is 110/78. Do you think it's okay to stop taking medicine?
@@bankersway7246Initially, it was a little hard for me to get rid of the life that I used to have. like clubs, parties, food from outside, and so on. I do mostly yoga and walk every day for at least half an hour. My diet these days includes lots of vegetables and fruits, less salt, and fewer fats. Mostly fish and chicken only for nonvegetarian. I do drink moderate amounts of alcohol occasionally. However, quit smoking totally.
@@GailuanReameiGyan I do not have any bad habit like drinking and smoking but i have stress of office work, my bp is 153/90 I started running 🏃, exercise and pranayama, also cut sodium intake and increased fruit and vegetables in my diet. Cab I get down my bp?
@@bankersway7246 dear friend never eat RED MEAT and ur sodium intake should be 0 % , sodium chloride and alcohol are main culprit of high blood pressure . It shrinks the blood vessels according to the American Heart Association
I was a regular gym goer with a personal trainer. I was able to leg press 16 + 16 reps of 400kg on the 45 degree press, so I was pretty good for a 56yo. 1 hour on the rowing machine at heart rate of 170, plus other fit classes, spin classes, etc. Didn't do a thing for my blood pressure, so exercise does not always help, and I know plenty of people who won't walk 100 yards yet don't have hypertension.
How's your diet? That has a lot to do with it. I don't have an issue with my blood pressure but I walk more than 100yards too lol 😅. Our bodies are just weird I guess. That's the only thing I can think of. I noticed when even even did some small changes in my diet, my blood pressure git normal. Mine wasn't extremely high but it was a little over the norm.
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I've got exactly this number. However it gave me constant headache due to imbalance nutrition despite having regular exercise regime. Recently I've got 120/80.
The REAL mineral that causes High BP & Heart Attacks is low Potassium!! The average supplement only has 99mg but we need 4000!! Greens, veggies, beets, healthy oils, NO sugar, Low Carbs which convert to sugar, drink water...lots of it & meat!!
We should all fast every day it is so easy fast for 3 hours before your normal go to sleep then while you are asleep for 7/8 hours you have fasted 10/11 hours. To increase this fasting time you will not feel for about 2 hours in the morning. Any thing over 8 hours is a fast and you are giving your stomach a rest . At 81 I am still keeping 10 hives for my 3 hours of exercise. I am on no doctors tablets and I can still see my blood pressure reach 126/68 so listen to this doctor because this is what every doctor be doing by learning what good health is and can be achieved.
I am 77 yrs old. I exercise six days a week; 45 mts walking @5kms/hr, 30 mts light weight workout, finally 15 mts yoga breathing. I am on this routine since last sixty years. I am a vegan. I don't eat processed foods or refined sugar. In spite of all this my BP is 145/80 and total cholesterol 250+. My doctor says my body constitution is such. These advices are good as a guide line; but need not necessarily give the declared results to all. The medical parameters of various anatomical tests are not applicable to each individual.
Exactly I am 45 Doing all that right things my BP is 150/95 Even after taking medicine results are almost same I am worried but it is out of my control I start pranayam this week
@@jagnikghosh you better stop alopathic medicine and start cardimap from maharshi ayurveda and start homeopathy.. Believe me my BP is now normal 120/80 and 130/90.. I was taking alopathic almost since 2014. I hv left alopathic almost for 5 months now. Do walking, take 4 to 5 almonds in the morning after soaking in night, take 3 dates per day, take orange, avocado, banana, garlic, cucumber, tender coconut and kiwi rich in magnesium..
I don't think ur doctor is the right one here , kindly take candestran ( ARB ) 16 mg at night and a atrovastin statin for cholesterol. Just 30 mins walk and 30 mins cycling 5 days a week is enough You will see miracles . Stay safe and blessed
I have always been amazed at the idea/theory that everyone MUST have the exact same BP to be healthy regardless of height, weight, age, diet, exercise levels, etc. There must be some underlying reason, what could it be? Maybe getting as many people on BP meds and keeping them on them for as long as possible, regardless whether they help or not. Mostly not.
Ter um coração forte , e desobstruir as artérias com alimentos saudáveis, exercícios físicos, meditação, oração,ajudar sempre o próximo, mesmo com palavras é um conjunto de ingredientes a mais pra melhorar a qualidade de vida.Use açúcar com moderação pra não aderir à escravidão da medicação lucrativa.
Why not though? It’s a range 90/60 - 120/80 is normal. These ranges exist for all health markers like say normal blood pH level or even normal cholesterol
It's true that a lot of people don't fall into the so call normal range. Some people can have BP consistently outside the normal range with no adverse effects.
Ok folks you know the number used to be 100 plus your age. then they thought we will make it 160 over 80 .then it went to 140 now they are saying its 120. what does that tell you. and not to forget someone came out with the blood pressure no, over 100 years ago . pulled it out of the air ithink. My partner was on about a dozen drugs aday they did nothing for her blood pressure only gave really bad side affects.she stopped the lot and doing it naturally and now feels much better. I'm 70 years old and never go to the doctors I eat healthy. work out regularly and don't live in fear do we really think everyone on the planet should have the same number 😂😂
I am 41, was quite active, for last years no activity and stressful life, now I've high Cholestrol(321),(height 170cm, weight 83kg) and diagnosed with high BP, jumps around 140/100, doctor prescribed medicine to lower bp, and I am sad about this situation, I am sad about my situation and want to get rid of medicines soon. I am on meds for last 5 days, bp is normalized now, stays below 130/85, I started swimming again(1hour), cycling (1hr) every day, cut down salt , no fat(almost). Question is : Can I try to stop medicine and keep monitoring my BP, and get rid of Meds.... And ofcourse following the suggestion you made in this video?
i suffer from severe anxiety -- i take BP medication 1x a day for several years - mid 50s - i walk 10k steps a day most of the time -- a bad day is 7k steps -- i eat canned/chicken tuna for lunch with crackers -- chicken for dinner with vegs or soup -- oatmeal for breakfast - doctor told me to stop checking my BP anxiety raises it -- i do check it -- average is about 135/90 -- my weight is perfect -- never smoke or drank -- had all my tests done -- full physical nothing wrong -- anxiety makes it go up -- just relax it won't kill me -- i do eat a small amount of dark chocolate 70% cocoa every other day -- i do not eat out much -- very rare to have red meat -- lots of water - no soda no more -- doctor told me the range for my age is 140/90 i been keep it around there and less -- it does go up throughout the day due to work/stress -- when i wake up its in the 120s over 80s -- but goes up - again i average 130s over 80s/90s -- its just my body - my father is 80 yrs old smoked all his life his BP is 145/95 and still alive so i guess i have a few years to go hopefully
I also suffer from anxiety and I believe it pushes my bp higher. Im exhausted because I was diagnosed 1 month ago . I've cut done on processed foods and lost a few pounds
love this video, simple and easy to grasp, I 'm optimistic, I've noticed that with higher intensity exercise, I seem to have more energy, and feeling better
Hi Doctor I do everything you mentioned! I’m 73, female! I cook home everyday, I sleep 8 hours , don’t smoke or drink, I walk everyday 4-5 miles and swim 3 times a day ! One coffee in the morning! Mu BP is good but in the morning is around 150/90 and around 130/88 during the day and higher before bed, Is this normal..??
Blood pressure typically follows a natural daily pattern known as circadian rhythms, which means it can be higher in the morning (AM) and lower in the evening (PM). This pattern is due to various physiological factors: Morning Surge: Many people experience what's known as the "morning surge" in blood pressure. This is when blood pressure tends to rise in the early morning, often just before waking up. This is partly influenced by the body's natural awakening process and the release of hormones like cortisol. The surge is a response to the body preparing for increased physical activity and alertness during the day. Diurnal Variation: Blood pressure naturally fluctuates throughout the day, with readings being lower during the evening and night while you're at rest. This is considered a diurnal variation and is influenced by the body's sleep-wake cycle and daily activities. Physical Activity and Stress: Daytime activities, such as work, exercise, and stress, can lead to temporary increases in blood pressure. These activities are typically more common during the daytime, contributing to higher blood pressure in the morning and daytime hours. It's important to note that not everyone follows this pattern precisely, as individual variations exist. Some people may have different blood pressure patterns, and certain health conditions or medications can also influence these patterns. Additionally, there can be situations where blood pressure is higher in the evening or at night for some individuals.
iet is worthless. I do better consuming salt on keto. It eat salty nuts, hamburger, eggs, bacon, avacados, sauerkraut, and water based fruits and combine it with alternate day fasting. On fasting days I’ll either go with it food or eat no more than 500 calories. I don’t even feel hungry on my feast days due to consuming most fat, moderate protein, and low carbs. Also walk 30 min a day in the am and pm and do 6+ min on the stair climber at a low pace. Weight is dropping but side effects I have is some insomnia at night. Been doing this for two weeks after consuming a fruitarian diet two weeks prior.
Brilliant video that everyone can understand. The best advice I've heard from a doctor in years. Medication is big business for big pharma, companies, its just a quick fix for the symptoms of BP, your advice tackles the source of the problem, just like the pressure on a central heating system, its not rocket science.
I'm 30 years old. Went to the doctor's last week and was 270lbs with 152/93 blood pressure. They want me to take it again 2 weeks later but haven't brought up medication. 5 days after that visit I'm currently 262lbs but my blood pressure went up a little. Thinking I might have white coat syndrome because every time I'm about to have my pressure taken my heart starts going faster. Been watching what I eat lately as well as moving around (going on 30 minute walks during my lunch breaks and bike rides during 15 minute breaks). Gonna start adding dumbbells to my regimen tomorrow. You think this'll be enough to naturally lower blood pressure or am I at the point of no return and need medication?
Just thinking maybe losing 10 percent of your body weight, which would be approximately 27 pounds would lower blood pressure too, without having to go on meds
No possible in my Case, i had high BP even when i was 14 and very skinny, it was allways about 140 / 90, and i have high cholesterol all my life, now i am 53 and my BP is 150 / 100,without any Medication, also have now sugar about 7 in the Morning,
I'm 86 and cardiologist increased my Lisinopril from 20 mg. to 40 mg. and my BP went to the normal range; I'm a diabetic and my Glucose also went down big time! drink more H2O.
Thank you dear Dr , so you increased your medication ok is classical approach // .I m specialised in dermatology but more than that I have also a degree in nutrition & Biochemical Engineer , from that knowledge I tend to approach my medical degree with a nutrition mind set … I have succeeded to reduce my own blood pressure and ( for several patients ) to normal 120/80 with magnesium supplement .
I'm 85. A rtid firfighttr and walk mile daily com rain or shin. My unmedicated BP after hour after rising in he morning? 173/34. In afternoon hours after lunch 170/35. And I'm till sexually active too.
I think the trickiest thing people need to realize is your BP varies WILDLY day to day, hour by hour. The best way to know what your REAL blood pressure is to take it at home 3 times a day at the same time using a calibrated machine. There are so many on unnecessary meds from high readings in the office. If I only went by a single reading at the doctor's office, I'd be mislead because my pressure is always sky high at the office due to anxiety about having it tested....but much lower when relaxed at home.
I agree with you totally. Blood pressure could also be up because of an illness/issue that you're at the doctors office to get resolved. My BP and HR were up yesterday at doctor because I had developed a sun rash due to a side effect from the BP med and probably anxious too to see what my reading was. The day before I felt really good at home and my HR was good. Doctor switched my medication, but I was on the lowest dose anyways so hopeful to get off of it with doing all these on the video list. I just came back from a 15 minute morning walk to start. The medication that had the side effect was Hydrochlorothiazide. I was taking a combo Lisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide (1/2 dose of 12.5mg pill). Now on 10mg of Lisinopril only.
I consider whole grain pasta to be healthy, but you should have them split up in to maximum 2 meals a day, and with a good amount of healthy plant seed oils (I prefer olive). Other than that I eat nuts and vegetables. Only drink water, coffee, and tea without milk or sugar. If you're vegan have your vit.B12 and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids (like algae oil), maybe vit.D if you're a nightshift worker or not out in the sun much, and you're good. I'm 40 years old, athletic, everyone thinks I'm much younger. Take good care of your bodies folks 💟
Dr John, your videos are so helpful. I wish there were more Drs like you. I have labile hypertension, hyperadrenergic dysautonomia. Yesterday, I had an Abdominal US and have greater than 70% stenosis in the SMA and increased velocity in the IMA. Could this be the cause of my unstable BP? I am on 0.1mg Clonodine patch to try and control it. Benicar stopped working.
Thank you Mary for your kind words. The majority of cases of chronic mesenteric ischemia ( which just means decreased blood flow in your SMA) are caused by atherosclerotic narrowing of the origins of the celiac or superior mesenteric arteries . In your case it is the latter.Atherosclerosis of the mesenteric vessels is fairly common.The velocity you describe is that the IMA, which is situated inches below the SMA, means your SMA has to "do more work" as less blood is flowing through the SMA.The cause of the SMA stenosis is most likely atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty deposits called "plaques" build up inside the arteries in the body.Plaques can get too big and reduce blood flow to certain body parts . This can cause symptoms (such as pain) in the part of the body that is not getting enough blood.Yes, indirectly the SMA stenosis is a contributing factor to your high blood pressure, but the MAIN culprit is atherosclerosis.The way is combat this is what I explained in the video using all the different non-pharmacological ways.Like I said it is not easy, but you have to be consistent and persistent.Obviously, as you are on a clonidine it tells me you must have tried other variations& combinations of blood pressure medications.Given that you have hyperadrenergic dysautonomia take time when getting up and sudden movements.Good luck.
Thank you so very much. You gave me such great information and I truly appreciate you. I wish you were in practice and saw patients...your skills are so needed. I've been to Vanderbilt, Mass General, and many specialists trying to track down the sudden onset of my hypertension. I had claudication in the left leg 10 years ago and after 4 failed stents, I had a FemPop. I have the graft and pressures checked every year. No problems at all. I will follow your advice in the video and try to lower my BP with your recommendations. Thank you again.
@@pavithrajoseph3586 its not a problem, blood pressure is reversible Walk at least 30 mins per day , two glasses of beet juice on empty stomach mix with orange juice , completely avoid sodium chloride and red meat . Safest medicine for blood pressure is ARB , angiotensin receptors blocker , candesartan 16 mg at least
There is no way to treat high blood pressure without proper medication but ever showing on you tube I considered only precautions only nothing else for education purposes all these kind videos are good thank you . I'll subscribe anyway
my BP was high at 148/85....I was terrified...that was a decade ago...I ate healthy, exercised etc...taking vitamins for many years now...consistently my BP is on the average is 121/72...I am now disabled but still try to go on walks and move around...I do not eat junk food...my weakness is 1 small can of ginger ale daily...rarely give in to sugary desserts...I am 65
thank you Doc I need this very informative especially now my blood pressure keeps on rising, I need this I'm struggling financially and I find it hard to go to doctor and hospital for treatment
You can go to low cost medical clinics. They are everywhere. They can check your blood and prescribe medications. Go every few months. A 35 dollar visit. If you need blood test, under 100 dollars for sure. Then follow up only 35 dollars.
I'm 61 with normal BMI. I exercise daily and eat whole foods/mostly plant based diet with some chicken and fish. My BP is 160s-170s at Dr office and run high during day. It is normal upon waking and if I meditate for 10 min before blood pressure reading during the day it test normal usually, But if Ijust take it like right after being on computer during day it is high. I've almost completely eliminated salt as well. I'm not tolerating the BP meds and getting side effects like insomnia, extreme fatigue, low sodium/chloride and higher blood sugar /cholesterol-, brain fog, nausea etc etc depending on the drug. I've tried all classes now exept calcium blockers and I don't wont' to try those due to acid reflux and I've read it's not recommended for people with fibromyalgia. My Doctor wants to try clonidine next. What do I do? I hate the meds/they make me feel terrible!
5 years younger than you and bulked up to 195-200 lbs at 6ft in 6 months from 162 lbs (suffered from exercise anorexia since the pandemic started, and was literally living day to day in a caloric deficit). My 130 lb 6 ft doctor said I looked great, but most of my friends and acquaintances thought I had cancer. Looked like an emaciated marathon runner. The 6 month bulk did not involve gear or gorging on unhealthy fast food. Still do cardio, via biking, fast walking, running, or swimming but I limit it to 20 to 30 minutes. Do all types of free weights in the gym, and it feels good in that aspect, where 135 lbs feels light af on the bench and I can actually rep 185 lbs for at least 7, versus getting pinned by it when I was 162 lbs. 225 on squats feels light too, and can actually move 265 to 275 for reps now without getting buried like my former 162 lb self would have. At the anorexic 162 my BP was no more than 120/70, although I was on 25 mgs of hydrochlorothyazide since 2018, when my prick emaciated doctor insinuated my BMI was a little high at 184 lbs. Lost the weight over a three year period and shriveled up like a prune going the route of Karen Carpenter. Hated the sight of food and ate like a bird. Probably weight even went under 160 for all I know (no reference to that depressing af Carpenters song) Present Time: BP gets into hypertension range 140/90 or higher, at least when I checked it last week at the Doctor, who I now no longer will go to. Thinking maybe he rigged the machine or I was anxious, I took it at one of those Walmart machines and it was about the same (3rd try 131/89) Take it at home with the wrist cuff, and it goes all over the place, and I am in now in disbelief when it is 128/78, because I now think it is supposed to be higher. Get those headaches that emanate from the neck too. Not sure what to do either. Maybe up the dose of the diuretic to 50 to 100 mgs possibly? Combine it with an ACE Inhibitor? Drop BW and eat like a bird?? Or just live life with HBP and enjoy life finally, with the understanding that I cannot live forever and my BP will be an eventual healthy 0/0?? Fortunately, I can accept HBP at a more mature age versus being someone in their 20s. Ef, back in the 80s I was normal with a 140/90 BP, but we all know what was behind the lowering of that threshold. My advice would be to get another opinion or take the BP less often. For me taking the BP less often in the past resulted in lower readings. I would probably avoid most protein powders, especially the plant based, because they more than likely have a high hidden sodium content. I would say look for a less stressful job, but that in itself sucks, and my job is Uber stressful too (no I do not drive for the company of the same name), lots of computer time at my work. Besides nobody is chomping at the bit to hire a 56 year old boomer right before the holidays in a languid November 2023 economy. As I am going to do, I am going to research the side effects of that ACE inhibitor and see if it is worth it. Be well sir, and you are hardly alone. My brother had a 240/130 reading, so for me, there are some genetic factors for me. Easier said than done, but don’t sweat it too much.
Excellent discussion on blood pressure reduction. The problem arises when you have housework to do on a daily routine. It seems you lose weight and get too tired when doing the daily exercising .
Well I can tell you guys doing cardio 30 mins 5 times a week ain't easy, I gave up and try for 3 times of light cardio so I don't give up. Seems more realstic.
I really appreciate your feedback.It does take time to do these video while balancing a full time job and family.These postive comments and greatly appreciated and keeps me motivated to bring out content weekly.Thank you for this.😀
@@ThinkYourHealth hello doctor, am.in africa and am afraid if I quit the drugs it might result to some other complications our doctors here tell us to never quit the drugs even with all of the above lifestyle management's.help me pls on what to do.thanks.
2 weeks ago ,i am also suffering from high blood pressure ,i went clinic and check my blood pressure,my pressure was 175/125.
Dr suggested me to use medicine,but i ignored.i complete change lifestyle change .now after 2 weeks today my pressure is 129/87 .
Exercise, 4 cloves of garlic, eating fruits,salad, skip sugar and fastfood and packed food.skip animal food ,loose 3 kg in 2 weeks,
Thanks god.
Simply called the better lifestyle choice
4 cloves garlic every day?
How old are you?
This is heart warming and encouraging. I'm a 31 yo with 150/110 bp and feel I'm too young to start on meds. Your testimony is such a blessing. I'm going to beat this
@@hendrix4259 are you taking medicine or you are gonna try lifestyle modification?
Exercise. Procecssed foods . No smoking. No Drinking .less sugar.Control stress. Sleep properly. Less caffeine. Consume fresh garlic..Dark chocolate.
Exercise
Processed Foods
No Smoking
No Drinking
Less Sugar
Control Stress
Sleep Properly
Less Caffeine
Consume Fresh Garlic
Eat Dark Chocolate
Agreed, processed foods are great.
No more fun
NO processed foods LOL
Less coffee? What’s left to live for?
I have been drinking hibiscus water (tea) every day for about a month and I just went to the doctor and after years and years of high blood pressure it was normal!!
@readyornot2, How much hibiscus tea per day? How many cups tea per day?
250ml three times a day but check it out on google to confirm ❤
Don’t drink too much or you’ll be in the bathroom all day. 2 cups is all i can take. It doesn’t do much for my bp but i think it does help flush the system
Really ? Are you off the meds now
Eating oranges and strawberries daily relaxes me. I take garlic 2000mg, coq10, fish oil, exercise 3 times per week for 30 minutes. I eat meat in moderation. No sugar. I use monk fruit as a sweetener. I seen benefits when eat lots of veggies more than fruit and meat daily.
Just super useful recommendations for not only lowering BP but just keeping us healthier at any age.
I adopted a ketogenic diet after being diagnosed with T2 diabetes. It checked 3 boxes on that list, eliminating sugar, processed foods, and loosing weight. Brought my BP down to normal levels.
Lose - the word is lose.
@@hellono2561 Go away scooter.
I didn't go keto, but got my carbs down to 75g or less per day. Ate a deficit of calories and lost 40 lbs in 4 months, BP is low normal.
116/59 here…. Key is WALK WALK WALK WALK, don’t be lazy !!!!!! At 59 yrs old
This! 👆🏿☝🏿
Im 45 mine is 121/70
I agree i gotta walk more and more to lower it even more
Low blood 😂🤣🤣🤣 it's dangerous too
@@kaidanalenko5222but 100-119 is great low blood pressure
Wow😮
The blood pressure medication I received gave me incredible rhythms and increase the post I stop taking it and now I'm just doing exercise
Yes you are correct, in order to get our bp normal again, we have to remove all stuff that you dont approve of, so tiktok was bringing on my stress so i removed myself from social media, seems like i have to lose my fone to live a completely stressless life. Thank you and if i remember clearly it was my fone that brought on my hypertension.
Thank you for your good advise
To those with sleep issues I will relate my experience. After visiting an ENT doctor I was told I had an extremely deviated septum, something millions of people have and don’t even realize. I have probably had mine all my life. Anyway I had simple septoplasty surgery and no longer need breath right strips anymore, can fall asleep on my back, have much deeper sleep and my blood pressure has dropped and is more manageable. Not sure if there is a direct link between bp and septoplasty, but in my case I can breathe and smell as never before. :)
There are direct links between breathing through our nose instead of mouth for health benefits!
You talk so fast...give some time to register what you say in out minds... Take a pause.. It sounds like you are reading sm th fast
How complicated is the surgery and how was your recovery?
Hi,..How invasive is this surgery that you had? Is it always successful? And did you have sleep apnea also?
I was diagnosed with a deviated septum 30 years ago. But I also have sleep apnea and I don't use a CPAP because my CPAP was recalled and I'm too afraid to try another one.😢😊
Did your nose look different?
Take your blood pressure at home and not at the doctors.
At home my blood pressure can be as low as 96/67. At the doctors it can be as high as 185/95.
Too many years of abuse! 1:37
Sugar, processed flour foods, inactivity, are major.
Hello, Doc. Thanks for the informative video. I’m 68 years and I’ve been diagnosed with hypertension. I’ve been controlling my BP with exercise, weight management and diet. One area of my overall health that I have a difficult time improving is sleep. On nights when my sleep suffers, I notice that my BP is consistently higher the next day. I didn’t realize there was such a strong correlation. I’m trying to integrate more hours of vigorous exercise to help with sleep. Would welcome other thoughts.
Appreciate your question and thoughts.Physical activity is an important part of safeguarding a good night’s sleep. Exercise helps you fall asleep faster and even helps you stay asleep during the night. Here is a link to a study which discusses how aerobic exercise helps with sleep.www.northwestern.edu/newscenter/stories/2010/09/aerobic-exercise-relieves-insomnia.html. However, would avoid exercise before going to be and rather do it earlier during the day.
If you are interested here is an article I wrote about falling asleep.drthinkyourhealth.com/fall-asleep-fast-7-natural-tips-for-insomnia/
I used to suffer from insomnia for years, but then I found eye pad helping so much. Not only was my insomnia cured but also during normal sleep it does help me sleep more profoundly. I sometimes still have trouble sleeping whenever I am stressed out, but the difference now is that I will still be able to sleep after 1-2 hours of staying awake after I close my eyes. Overall, my sleeping quality improves more than 90 percent I would say
Promote sleep by praying before going to sleep.
Also try supplementing with a high quality form of magnesium. It truly Helps a Lot! It relaxes both your mind and your body!💜
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Rest a little and take a deep breathe . Inhale thru your nose n exhale thru your mouth around 7 or 8 or up 10 but slowly and you will see your bp will go.down immediately.
Eat more POTASSIUM.
Late 60s, been on BP meds for 20 years. Didn't make any overall changes besides meds until 2 years ago. Always fairly fit and active but exercising more never seemed to make much difference long term. Went to a plant based diet 2 years ago and within 6 months was able to discontinue all 3 BP meds. For me it was more about diet than exercise. I feel 10 years younger and much more energy
What was your Bp on meds and after meds thx
I have have had similar results eating only animal based. I think cutting out processed foods and sugar makes the biggest impact
@@stevej5276 Same here. amen to that. 150/90 to 115/70 now. I think nose breathing helped a bunch for me too.
exactly same for me - used to eat meat based diet (no processed food or sugar) and always had high blood pressure. Within 3 months of going to a plant based diet my BP was at 115 / 71
@@stevej5276 not for me at all. Only going plant based made a difference. I do think we have to acknowledge that we're all different and there is no single panacea
Thanks again Doc!!! Yesterday I had a blood pressure spike all day just about...150/100 normal HR.. today back to my normal 128/88... I do take 20mg of lisinopril every morning....🤔
Congratulations in controlling your blood pressure.well done!appreciate your feedback.
Excellent information and you touch all the bases!
Glad it was helpful!Appreciate your comment.
Thank you Dr.John for your informative and helpful advice to lower BP. You have a gentle and appealing way of speaking. God bless you for your good work. Felt good after listening to your talk.
I took a class held by the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi on meditation. I do it regularly insilence or while listening to music. While hospitalized recently I could lower my blood pressure I demand while hooked up to the machine. while everyone in my family has high blood presure and take medications, I average 120/70. I have been able to go as low as 115/62. I have found however that salt can really raise your numbers to scary levels. One day I ate a small can of nuts in lieu of meals; the next day my blood pressure was 190/86. Three days later without salted nuts it returned to 120/78.
Yep on the salt. I try to jot eat more than needed or I start feeling it. I notice that usually my blood pressure rises when I had to much salt or stressed. But normally at a healthy spot other wise.
Thanks for sharing. I will take it easy on the nuts.
Thank you . I need to get back practicing TM!
I succeeded in lowering my BP 145/90 - 112/76 consistently. Fix? exercise. That's it. 20 min a day for 3 months to make the BP drop. For me it worked. Now i feel and look better and that makes a difference to my confidence and well being. Me ? 60 years old, sedentary with history of Afib.
What type of exercise?
Walking or strength training?
THERE ARE SEVERAL FACTORS THAT MAKE YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE TO SPIKE YOU MUST IDENTIFY WHAT IT IS AND MODIFY THINGS AND LIFESTYLE,.
This is the most informative video of blood pressure I have ever watched. Thanks Doc.
Excellent advice..very informative video..thank you
Very informative and good video. Thanks for sharing, Doctor.
My bp will be 140/95 for a week or 2, or 125/85 for a week or 2. I'm still trying to figure out what the difference is. One thing I'm certain of is that very few doctors have any idea what it should be or how to control it. Years of experience has taught me that most of what doctors tell you is wrong, so you need to figure it out with him/her participating as a minor advisor.
Hello doctor! Thank you for the informative video. I was diagnosed with high blood pressure seven months ago. due to my unhealthy lifestyle. I quit everything and started doing yoga and living a healthy lifestyle, and because of that, I was able to control my blood pressure. I started skipping my medicine, and finally I stopped taking it as my blood pressure was very low after taking medicine (90/67). It has been more than a month since I stopped taking medicine, and most of the time my pressure in the evening is 130/85 and in the morning it is 110/78. Do you think it's okay to stop taking medicine?
What u did bro to control ur bp?
@@bankersway7246Initially, it was a little hard for me to get rid of the life that I used to have. like clubs, parties, food from outside, and so on. I do mostly yoga and walk every day for at least half an hour. My diet these days includes lots of vegetables and fruits, less salt, and fewer fats. Mostly fish and chicken only for nonvegetarian.
I do drink moderate amounts of alcohol occasionally. However, quit smoking totally.
@@GailuanReameiGyan I do not have any bad habit like drinking and smoking but i have stress of office work, my bp is 153/90 I started running 🏃, exercise and pranayama, also cut sodium intake and increased fruit and vegetables in my diet. Cab I get down my bp?
@@bankersway7246 dear friend never eat RED MEAT and ur sodium intake should be 0 % , sodium chloride and alcohol are main culprit of high blood pressure . It shrinks the blood vessels according to the American Heart Association
@@bankersway7246 yes you can. You are banker right, I understand the stress part. Try vipSannA meditation. You can consult your yoga teacher
Most valuable tips Iv read on lowering BP.
I was a regular gym goer with a personal trainer. I was able to leg press 16 + 16 reps of 400kg on the 45 degree press, so I was pretty good for a 56yo. 1 hour on the rowing machine at heart rate of 170, plus other fit classes, spin classes, etc. Didn't do a thing for my blood pressure, so exercise does not always help, and I know plenty of people who won't walk 100 yards yet don't have hypertension.
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How's your diet? That has a lot to do with it. I don't have an issue with my blood pressure but I walk more than 100yards too lol 😅. Our bodies are just weird I guess. That's the only thing I can think of. I noticed when even even did some small changes in my diet, my blood pressure git normal. Mine wasn't extremely high but it was a little over the norm.
I was told that my potassium and magnesium was low thus will always have HBP.
@@joanneclegg939no,just up you magnesium n potassium intake n solve that problem...
@@joanneclegg939So take supplements of magnesium and potassium.
Thank you Doc, excellent video. Blessings.
Subscribed❤❤ I really appreciate your effort to make a good informative video, easy to understand and nice presentation you did. Please keep making a good ones. Your video is not bored and I enjoy watching well documentary 🥰🙏♥️
I've got exactly this number. However it gave me constant headache due to imbalance nutrition despite having regular exercise regime. Recently I've got 120/80.
Thank you Doc well explained may God bless you🙏♥️
Glad it was helpful!Appreciate your feedback.
This video should be played every week as a reminder!!!!
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BP monitors are crazy, I can get very different readings from one moment to another.
I listened to a Cardiologist on YT. He says the cause of BP is lack of Magnesium. Take a high dosis every day and BP will say Goodbye
The REAL mineral that causes High BP & Heart Attacks is low Potassium!! The average supplement only has 99mg but we need 4000!! Greens, veggies, beets, healthy oils, NO sugar, Low Carbs which convert to sugar, drink water...lots of it & meat!!
And pottasium deficiency
Splendid explanation. Thank you🙏🙏👏👏👏👏
You're most welcome
Very informative, habits to be practices daily to lower the blood pressure and lead a healthy life. Thank you.
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Good video talk on blood pressure,based on diet am a Nigerian.
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We should all fast every day it is so easy fast for 3 hours before your normal go to sleep then while you are asleep for 7/8 hours you have fasted 10/11 hours. To increase this fasting time you will not feel for about 2 hours in the morning. Any thing over 8 hours is a fast and you are giving your stomach a rest . At 81 I am still keeping 10 hives for my 3 hours of exercise. I am on no doctors tablets and I can still see my blood pressure reach 126/68 so listen to this doctor because this is what every doctor be doing by learning what good health is and can be achieved.
Excellent, hope your well
Finally a video that is not filled with fluff and trying to sell u something. Thank u it was very informative
You are so welcome!Appreciate the comment.
I am 77 yrs old. I exercise six days a week; 45 mts walking @5kms/hr, 30 mts light weight workout, finally 15 mts yoga breathing. I am on this routine since last sixty years. I am a vegan. I don't eat processed foods or refined sugar. In spite of all this my BP is 145/80 and total cholesterol 250+. My doctor says my body constitution is such. These advices are good as a guide line; but need not necessarily give the declared results to all. The medical parameters of various anatomical tests are not applicable to each individual.
Exactly
I am 45
Doing all that right things my BP is 150/95
Even after taking medicine results are almost same
I am worried but it is out of my control
I start pranayam this week
@@jagnikghosh you better stop alopathic medicine and start cardimap from maharshi ayurveda and start homeopathy.. Believe me my BP is now normal 120/80 and 130/90.. I was taking alopathic almost since 2014. I hv left alopathic almost for 5 months now. Do walking, take 4 to 5 almonds in the morning after soaking in night, take 3 dates per day, take orange, avocado, banana, garlic, cucumber, tender coconut and kiwi rich in magnesium..
@@jagnikghosh your BP is not that bad, I wouldn't worry
You lost me at Vegan😂
I don't think ur doctor is the right one here , kindly take candestran ( ARB ) 16 mg at night and a atrovastin statin for cholesterol. Just 30 mins walk and 30 mins cycling 5 days a week is enough You will see miracles . Stay safe and blessed
That is very helpful tips thanks for sharing keep it up good work
I have always been amazed at the idea/theory that everyone MUST have the exact same BP to be healthy regardless of height, weight, age, diet, exercise levels, etc. There must be some underlying reason, what could it be? Maybe getting as many people on BP meds and keeping them on them for as long as possible, regardless whether they help or not. Mostly not.
Exactly right what you said was true
Ter um coração forte , e desobstruir as artérias com alimentos saudáveis, exercícios físicos, meditação, oração,ajudar sempre o próximo, mesmo com palavras é um conjunto de ingredientes a mais pra melhorar a qualidade de vida.Use açúcar com moderação pra não aderir à escravidão da medicação lucrativa.
Why not though? It’s a range 90/60 - 120/80 is normal. These ranges exist for all health markers like say normal blood pH level or even normal cholesterol
It's true that a lot of people don't fall into the so call normal range. Some people can have BP consistently outside the normal range with no adverse effects.
Should I eat raw fresh garlic daily?
This was the best video i heard so far on the topic. It was very informative, well explained, straight to the point . This was great!
Appreciate this, thank you.
No processed foods they contain lots of sodium.
This is a fantastic video and makes so much sense. Thank you kind sir, i appreciate it 🙏🏻
Check entire transcript here: drthinkyourhealth.com/how-to-lower-your-blood-pressure-without-medication/
Prevention is better than a cure, thank you for sharing.
Ok folks you know the number used to be 100 plus your age. then they thought we will make it 160 over 80 .then it went to 140 now they are saying its 120. what does that tell you. and not to forget someone came out with the blood pressure no, over 100 years ago . pulled it out of the air ithink. My partner was on about a dozen drugs aday they did nothing for her blood pressure only gave really bad side affects.she stopped the lot and doing it naturally and now feels much better. I'm 70 years old and never go to the doctors I eat healthy. work out regularly and don't live in fear do we really think everyone on the planet should have the same number 😂😂
Absolutely awesome advice! :) So very pertinent for us all to follow! :)
Yes, lifestyle changes are the way to go to lower blood pressure!
@@ThinkYourHealth Absolutely for sure! :)
Thanks for bringing this video to us . Thanks.
My pleasure
Thank you doctor, such informative advice. Will get more exercise and follow your recommendations! Bless you!💕
I am 41, was quite active, for last years no activity and stressful life, now I've high Cholestrol(321),(height 170cm, weight 83kg) and diagnosed with high BP, jumps around 140/100, doctor prescribed medicine to lower bp, and I am sad about this situation, I am sad about my situation and want to get rid of medicines soon. I am on meds for last 5 days, bp is normalized now, stays below 130/85, I started swimming again(1hour), cycling (1hr) every day, cut down salt , no fat(almost). Question is : Can I try to stop medicine and keep monitoring my BP, and get rid of Meds.... And ofcourse following the suggestion you made in this video?
how to have fresh garlic ?
Thank you, Doctor! A very good video. I will be back!
Most welcome!
i suffer from severe anxiety -- i take BP medication 1x a day for several years - mid 50s - i walk 10k steps a day most of the time -- a bad day is 7k steps -- i eat canned/chicken tuna for lunch with crackers -- chicken for dinner with vegs or soup -- oatmeal for breakfast - doctor told me to stop checking my BP anxiety raises it -- i do check it -- average is about 135/90 -- my weight is perfect -- never smoke or drank -- had all my tests done -- full physical nothing wrong -- anxiety makes it go up -- just relax it won't kill me -- i do eat a small amount of dark chocolate 70% cocoa every other day -- i do not eat out much -- very rare to have red meat -- lots of water - no soda no more -- doctor told me the range for my age is 140/90 i been keep it around there and less -- it does go up throughout the day due to work/stress -- when i wake up its in the 120s over 80s -- but goes up - again i average 130s over 80s/90s -- its just my body - my father is 80 yrs old smoked all his life his BP is 145/95 and still alive so i guess i have a few years to go hopefully
I also suffer from anxiety and I believe it pushes my bp higher. Im exhausted because I was diagnosed 1 month ago . I've cut done on processed foods and lost a few pounds
Plan your lifestyle with Jesus Christ
😂forget ab it 🎉
If all Dr's were like you Dr, life would be so much easier
What a nice comment!
I tell you,his smiling self be medicine
Thank you Doc for the reminded .
Thank you! Great information with caring energy 🌄
Superb most informative video.. Thanks 🙏
love this video, simple and easy to grasp, I 'm optimistic, I've noticed that with higher intensity exercise, I seem to have more energy, and feeling better
Perfect! Appreciate your feedback.
Hi Doctor
I do everything you mentioned! I’m 73, female! I cook home everyday, I sleep 8 hours , don’t smoke or drink, I walk everyday 4-5 miles and swim 3 times a day ! One coffee in the morning!
Mu BP is good but in the morning is around 150/90 and around 130/88 during the day and higher before bed, Is this normal..??
Blood pressure typically follows a natural daily pattern known as circadian rhythms, which means it can be higher in the morning (AM) and lower in the evening (PM). This pattern is due to various physiological factors: Morning Surge: Many people experience what's known as the "morning surge" in blood pressure. This is when blood pressure tends to rise in the early morning, often just before waking up. This is partly influenced by the body's natural awakening process and the release of hormones like cortisol. The surge is a response to the body preparing for increased physical activity and alertness during the day. Diurnal Variation: Blood pressure naturally fluctuates throughout the day, with readings being lower during the evening and night while you're at rest. This is considered a diurnal variation and is influenced by the body's sleep-wake cycle and daily activities. Physical Activity and Stress: Daytime activities, such as work, exercise, and stress, can lead to temporary increases in blood pressure. These activities are typically more common during the daytime, contributing to higher blood pressure in the morning and daytime hours. It's important to note that not everyone follows this pattern precisely, as individual variations exist. Some people may have different blood pressure patterns, and certain health conditions or medications can also influence these patterns. Additionally, there can be situations where blood pressure is higher in the evening or at night for some individuals.
Do you blood pressure at home!
It will always be high at the doctors until you learn to relax!
You took the words out of my mouth for taking blood pressure testing at home!
iet is worthless. I do better consuming salt on keto. It eat salty nuts, hamburger, eggs, bacon, avacados, sauerkraut, and water based fruits and combine it with alternate day fasting. On fasting days I’ll either go with it food or eat no more than 500 calories. I don’t even feel hungry on my feast days due to consuming most fat, moderate protein, and low carbs. Also walk 30 min a day in the am and pm and do 6+ min on the stair climber at a low pace. Weight is dropping but side effects I have is some insomnia at night. Been doing this for two weeks after consuming a fruitarian diet two weeks prior.
Brilliant video that everyone can understand. The best advice I've heard from a doctor in years. Medication is big business for big pharma, companies, its just a quick fix for the symptoms of BP, your advice tackles the source of the problem, just like the pressure on a central heating system, its not rocket science.
Appreciate your comment and support!
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My blood pressure dropped the moment my divorce became final...😂
You win the internet! That was hilarious! 😂
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Thank you for your advice, doctor
Most welcome!
to summarize: keep cortisol levels low
I'm 30 years old. Went to the doctor's last week and was 270lbs with 152/93 blood pressure. They want me to take it again 2 weeks later but haven't brought up medication. 5 days after that visit I'm currently 262lbs but my blood pressure went up a little. Thinking I might have white coat syndrome because every time I'm about to have my pressure taken my heart starts going faster. Been watching what I eat lately as well as moving around (going on 30 minute walks during my lunch breaks and bike rides during 15 minute breaks). Gonna start adding dumbbells to my regimen tomorrow. You think this'll be enough to naturally lower blood pressure or am I at the point of no return and need medication?
Just thinking maybe losing 10 percent of your body weight, which would be approximately 27 pounds would lower blood pressure too, without having to go on meds
Clear, concise ... Thank you!
You're welcome!
My bp is not lowering, its becomes 190/110
How can I lower the bp
My all reports are normal, only my bp prblm
You can help me ?? I have also same problem
I like how you use analogies and examples to get your point across. Very informative.
I appreciate that!
No possible in my Case, i had high BP even when i was 14 and very skinny, it was allways about 140 / 90, and i have high cholesterol all my life, now i am 53 and my BP is 150 / 100,without any Medication, also have now sugar about 7 in the Morning,
I'm 86 and cardiologist increased my Lisinopril from 20 mg. to 40 mg. and my BP went to the normal range; I'm a diabetic and my Glucose also went down big time! drink more H2O.
I'm a carnivore also eat pizza and have salads; yet my energy is getting better! No sugars or diet sodas! Drink one cup of coffee in the morn.
Thank you dear Dr , so you increased your medication ok is classical approach // .I m specialised in dermatology but more than that I have also a degree in nutrition & Biochemical Engineer , from that knowledge I tend to approach my medical degree with a nutrition mind set … I have succeeded to reduce my own blood pressure and ( for several patients ) to normal 120/80 with magnesium supplement .
@@Kassiusday : You're the Einstein of modern science. Congratulations! You should get the Nobel in Medical Science!
@@bobboscarato1313You’re certainly not. Horrendous diet.
I'm 85. A rtid firfighttr and walk mile daily com rain or shin. My unmedicated BP after hour after rising in he morning? 173/34. In afternoon hours after lunch 170/35. And I'm till sexually active too.
I think the trickiest thing people need to realize is your BP varies WILDLY day to day, hour by hour. The best way to know what your REAL blood pressure is to take it at home 3 times a day at the same time using a calibrated machine.
There are so many on unnecessary meds from high readings in the office.
If I only went by a single reading at the doctor's office, I'd be mislead because my pressure is always sky high at the office due to anxiety about having it tested....but much lower when relaxed at home.
I agree with you totally. Blood pressure could also be up because of an illness/issue that you're at the doctors office to get resolved. My BP and HR were up yesterday at doctor because I had developed a sun rash due to a side effect from the BP med and probably anxious too to see what my reading was. The day before I felt really good at home and my HR was good. Doctor switched my medication, but I was on the lowest dose anyways so hopeful to get off of it with doing all these on the video list. I just came back from a 15 minute morning walk to start. The medication that had the side effect was Hydrochlorothiazide. I was taking a combo Lisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide (1/2 dose of 12.5mg pill). Now on 10mg of Lisinopril only.
Last Friday my BP was 133/78 at doctor for routine BP check, but no rash yet. Yesterday it was 155/95.
That's definitely true.
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I consider whole grain pasta to be healthy, but you should have them split up in to maximum 2 meals a day, and with a good amount of healthy plant seed oils (I prefer olive). Other than that I eat nuts and vegetables. Only drink water, coffee, and tea without milk or sugar. If you're vegan have your vit.B12 and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids (like algae oil), maybe vit.D if you're a nightshift worker or not out in the sun much, and you're good. I'm 40 years old, athletic, everyone thinks I'm much younger. Take good care of your bodies folks 💟
Sir how much time will it takes for blood pressure to get normal after changes in life style and without medications
Good information Dr. ! Would you recommend tea instead of coffee ? If yes, how much tea (in mg) ? Please advice.
Enjoy life, drink both in moderation. Drink coffee early in the morning. Tea anytime before 8pm.
Dr John, your videos are so helpful. I wish there were more Drs like you. I have labile hypertension, hyperadrenergic dysautonomia. Yesterday, I had an Abdominal US and have greater than 70% stenosis in the SMA and increased velocity in the IMA. Could this be the cause of my unstable BP? I am on 0.1mg Clonodine patch to try and control it. Benicar stopped working.
Thank you Mary for your kind words. The majority of cases of chronic mesenteric ischemia ( which just means decreased blood flow in your SMA) are caused by atherosclerotic narrowing of the origins of the celiac or superior mesenteric arteries . In your case it is the latter.Atherosclerosis of the mesenteric vessels is fairly common.The velocity you describe is that the IMA, which is situated inches below the SMA, means your SMA has to "do more work" as less blood is flowing through the SMA.The cause of the SMA stenosis is most likely atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty deposits called "plaques" build up inside the arteries in the body.Plaques can get too big and reduce blood flow to certain body parts . This can cause symptoms (such as pain) in the part of the body that is not getting enough blood.Yes, indirectly the SMA stenosis is a contributing factor to your high blood pressure, but the MAIN culprit is atherosclerosis.The way is combat this is what I explained in the video using all the different non-pharmacological ways.Like I said it is not easy, but you have to be consistent and persistent.Obviously, as you are on a clonidine it tells me you must have tried other variations& combinations of blood pressure medications.Given that you have hyperadrenergic dysautonomia take time when getting up and sudden movements.Good luck.
Thank you so very much. You gave me such great information and I truly appreciate you. I wish you were in practice and saw patients...your skills are so needed. I've been to Vanderbilt, Mass General, and many specialists trying to track down the sudden onset of my hypertension. I had claudication in the left leg 10 years ago and after 4 failed stents, I had a FemPop. I have the graft and pressures checked every year. No problems at all. I will follow your advice in the video and try to lower my BP with your recommendations. Thank you again.
I'm 38 years old wt is 82 my bp is 150/82 help mme I'm so tensed
@@pavithrajoseph3586 its not a problem, blood pressure is reversible
Walk at least 30 mins per day , two glasses of beet juice on empty stomach mix with orange juice , completely avoid sodium chloride and red meat . Safest medicine for blood pressure is ARB , angiotensin receptors blocker , candesartan 16 mg at least
does clonidine work for you w/o side effects? My doctor wants to try this next as all others I've tried i can't tolerate.
There is no way to treat high blood pressure without proper medication but ever showing on you tube I considered only precautions only nothing else for education purposes all these kind videos are good thank you . I'll subscribe anyway
You're truly brilliant. Thanks for this useful tips for good and healthier life
What a nice comment.Appreciate your comment and support.
my BP was high at 148/85....I was terrified...that was a decade ago...I ate healthy, exercised etc...taking vitamins for many years now...consistently my BP is on the average is 121/72...I am now disabled but still try to go on walks and move around...I do not eat junk food...my weakness is 1 small can of ginger ale daily...rarely give in to sugary desserts...I am 65
Fantastic, thanks for sharing.
That's pretty good. A small can of ginger ale while mainly eating healthy is great actually.
it's my only indulgence @@pennyproud1621
Why are u disabled
thank you Doc I need this very informative especially now my blood pressure keeps on rising, I need this I'm struggling financially and I find it hard to go to doctor and hospital for treatment
You can go to low cost medical clinics. They are everywhere. They can check your blood and prescribe medications. Go every few months. A 35 dollar visit. If you need blood test, under 100 dollars for sure. Then follow up only 35 dollars.
Just eat veggies and fruits. Nothing else. No salt. Use substitute salt.
I'm 61 with normal BMI. I exercise daily and eat whole foods/mostly plant based diet with some chicken and fish. My BP is 160s-170s at Dr office and run high during day. It is normal upon waking and if I meditate for 10 min before blood pressure reading during the day it test normal usually, But if Ijust take it like right after being on computer during day it is high. I've almost completely eliminated salt as well. I'm not tolerating the BP meds and getting side effects like insomnia, extreme fatigue, low sodium/chloride and higher blood sugar /cholesterol-, brain fog, nausea etc etc depending on the drug. I've tried all classes now exept calcium blockers and I don't wont' to try those due to acid reflux and I've read it's not recommended for people with fibromyalgia. My Doctor wants to try clonidine next. What do I do? I hate the meds/they make me feel terrible!
5 years younger than you and bulked up to 195-200 lbs at 6ft in 6 months from 162 lbs (suffered from exercise anorexia since the pandemic started, and was literally living day to day in a caloric deficit). My 130 lb 6 ft doctor said I looked great, but most of my friends and acquaintances thought I had cancer. Looked like an emaciated marathon runner.
The 6 month bulk did not involve gear or gorging on unhealthy fast food. Still do cardio, via biking, fast walking, running, or swimming but I limit it to 20 to 30 minutes.
Do all types of free weights in the gym, and it feels good in that aspect, where 135 lbs feels light af on the bench and I can actually rep 185 lbs for at least 7, versus getting pinned by it when I was 162 lbs.
225 on squats feels light too, and can actually move 265 to 275 for reps now without getting buried like my former 162 lb self would have.
At the anorexic 162 my BP was no more than 120/70, although I was on 25 mgs of hydrochlorothyazide since 2018, when my prick emaciated doctor insinuated my BMI was a little high at 184 lbs. Lost the weight over a three year period and shriveled up like a prune going the route of Karen Carpenter. Hated the sight of food and ate like a bird. Probably weight even went under 160 for all I know (no reference to that depressing af Carpenters song)
Present Time: BP gets into hypertension range 140/90 or higher, at least when I checked it last week at the Doctor, who I now no longer will go to.
Thinking maybe he rigged the machine or I was anxious, I took it at one of those Walmart machines and it was about the same (3rd try 131/89)
Take it at home with the wrist cuff, and it goes all over the place, and I am in now in disbelief when it is 128/78, because I now think it is supposed to be higher. Get those headaches that emanate from the neck too.
Not sure what to do either. Maybe up the dose of the diuretic to 50 to 100 mgs possibly? Combine it with an ACE Inhibitor?
Drop BW and eat like a bird?? Or just live life with HBP and enjoy life finally, with the understanding that I cannot live forever and my BP will be an eventual healthy 0/0??
Fortunately, I can accept HBP at a more mature age versus being someone in their 20s.
Ef, back in the 80s I was normal with a 140/90 BP, but we all know what was behind the lowering of that threshold.
My advice would be to get another opinion or take the BP less often. For me taking the BP less often in the past resulted in lower readings.
I would probably avoid most protein powders, especially the plant based, because they more than likely have a high hidden sodium content.
I would say look for a less stressful job, but that in itself sucks, and my job is Uber stressful too (no I do not drive for the company of the same name), lots of computer time at my work. Besides nobody is chomping at the bit to hire a 56 year old boomer right before the holidays in a languid November 2023 economy. As I am going to do, I am going to research the side effects of that ACE inhibitor and see if it is worth it.
Be well sir, and you are hardly alone. My brother had a 240/130 reading, so for me, there are some genetic factors for me.
Easier said than done, but don’t sweat it too much.
Half an hour, it's all natural so it's something to try
Excellent discussion on blood pressure reduction. The problem arises when you have housework to do on a daily routine. It seems you lose weight and get too tired when doing the daily exercising .
Jahahahaha
Turn your daily chores into a work out routine, dance and run from room to room. Put on a back pack with weights in it. Kill 2 birds with one stone
"Aerobic" and "anaerobic". If your muscles are sore after that is because those muscles didn't get enough oxygen - anaerobic.
Thank You! You are the 1st person to explain HBP. THANK YOU 😊. Your teaching has save my life.
You are so welcome!
Till how many months can you try preventive measures or lifestyle modification for improving hypertension before you jump on to a medication?
Eliminate processed seed oils too.
Yes, you are right.Good point.
Well I can tell you guys doing cardio 30 mins 5 times a week ain't easy, I gave up and try for 3 times of light cardio so I don't give up. Seems more realstic.
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Idk why but I am a gym goer who jogs in the morning and workouts in the evening while monitoring a good diet still have high bp problem
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@@ThinkYourHealth hello doctor, am.in africa and am afraid if I quit the drugs it might result to some other complications our doctors here tell us to never quit the drugs even with all of the above lifestyle management's.help me pls on what to do.thanks.