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theoanne
True Blue Farmgirl
282 Posts
teddie
CARROLLTON
GA
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 Posted - Aug 28 2006 : 7:44:06 PM
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My Dr has been trying to lower my BP with meds. So far we are on the 3rd one. We keep changing them. First one made me dizzy, 2nd one didn't lower it much and the 3rd one has given me a terrible dry cough. He's looking for one that works and I want one that works without side effects. Actually it's not real high 140-150/ high 80's to low 90's, but does need to come down some. I do not eat canned or prepared foods and never add or cook with salt. I could not tolerate salt when I was pregnant and just never developed a taste or need for it. I exercise reg. and am not overweight. The Dr says it's probably family related.
Anyway I was wondering if anyone could suggest a more natural way to lower the BP.
Thanks
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katie-ell
True Blue Farmgirl
1818 Posts
Katie
Illinois
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Posted - Sep 06 2006 : 1:08:30 PM
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Teddie -- I'm following the DASH diet for hypertension -- it's on the Mayo Clinic website -- and it's helping me alot, especially in cutting the sodium in my diet. And daily exercise is important in regulating blood pressure -- not (just) to lose weight, but to relieve stress. Also check into the Rice Diet Program from Durham, North Carolina. Their program is very low sodium and really emphasizes the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of healthy, more mindful living. Very helpful to me.
I am eating only whole foods -- fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds, only occasional meat (chicken, fish) -- and I'm walking every day and my blood pressure has gone down significantly. |
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