The Dr. Hyman Show How To Use Diet And Lifestyle To Lower Blood Pressure
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Dec 12, 2022 
In this discussion, Dr. George Papanicolaou, a family medicine physician and functional medicine expert, teams up with Dr. Casey Means, co-founder of a metabolic health company. They dive into the alarming prevalence of high blood pressure as an inflammatory disease and explore effective lifestyle changes to tackle it. Topics include the truths about salt consumption, the importance of magnesium, and the role of refined carbohydrates. They also emphasize personalized dietary insights, gut health, and the connections between metabolic function and overall wellness.
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High Blood Pressure: A Silent Killer
- High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a leading cause of mortality, affecting a significant portion of the population.
- It's often a "silent killer" with serious consequences like heart disease, kidney failure, stroke, and even blindness.
Managing High Blood Pressure
- Treat high blood pressure, whether through lifestyle changes or medication, as it shouldn't be ignored.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly, even at home, to understand your average levels.
Accurate Blood Pressure Measurement
- White coat hypertension, where blood pressure rises due to doctor visit stress, is common.
- 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring provides the most accurate risk assessment.
