Losing weight/exercising but BP won't go down

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  • pauladavis968
    pauladavis968 Posts: 2 Member
    daniwilford wrote: »
    Is there a reason you can't take an ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) inhibitor? These drugs block a hormone that constricts the blood vessels. They are usually the first choice drug class for treating hypertension. The only people I know who take Beta Blockers are those who have had a cardiac event as Beta blockers work directly on the heart. Blood thinners work at decreasing clotting agents and are prescribed for those who have had strokes or other blood clot issues. Diuretics reduce fluid retention. ACE inhibitors, blood thinners, Beta blockers and diuretics are all different classes of drugs with different side effects. They are all used to treat various cardio-vascular diseases but each acts on a different part of the system.

  • azulvioleta6
    azulvioleta6 Posts: 4,195 Member
    There are specialty clinics around just for high blood pressure. You might want to find one of those. There are several classes of drugs to treat high BP--you may have to try several before you find one that works for you.

    Certainly cutting out processed foods is a good first step. What are you eating for breakfast and lunch?

    I have the opposite problem--extremely low blood pressure. Something that puts me in the danger zone is consuming too much hibiscus tea. It certainly won't solve your problem, but you might want to grab a cup of Tazo Passion--it can't hurt!
  • CSARdiver
    CSARdiver Posts: 6,252 Member
    Jackson4590 wrote: »
    I am adopted so I don't know any family history of high BP.

    I went to my doctor and she gave me some some type of beta blocker and it caused my leg to swell up so I had to be taken off of it. So basically my options are a lifestyle change (which I have made by not smoking/drinking/eating healthy) or medications that cause my legs and feet to swell to the point I can't walk on them.

    Have you requested your medical history through the state or adoption agency? Pain in the butt, but I had to do the same.

    This isn't really something you can get advice from others - far too many variables in play, which you need to address with you treating physician. Draw up a list of every variable and bring your MFP diary to show your doctor and see if they cannot find a root cause.
  • rhtexasgal
    rhtexasgal Posts: 572 Member
    elphie754 wrote: »
    Sunny_Bunny_ wrote: »
    Look into the possibility of sugar/fructose being a link for you. There's quite a lot of credible research that make a connection. And it's certainly something you could test to see if it has any benefit if you gave it a try for a couple months.

    Link? Never heard this before.

    http://www.sugarscience.org/too-much-can-make-us-sick/#.VfB9Wn2FEdp
    http://www.webmd.com/diet/20141219/sugar-heart-dangers?src=RSS_PUBLIC
    http://openheart.bmj.com/content/1/1/e000167
    http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/11/12/website-explores-sugars-effects-on-health/?partner=rss&emc=rss&_r=2
    rhtexasgal wrote: »
    Have you had a full blood work-up? I mean the kind that tests everything including calcium, vitamin D, c-reactive protein (one of several that tracks inflammation), etc. In a some cases, lower vitamin D levels can raise blood pressure. Some people require a calcium and magnesium supplement because they are deficient which manifests as high blood pressure.

    I don't believe some of the gluten hype as of late BUT there are some individuals who don't have a problem with grains, gut-wise, but do show signs of intolerance in other ways such as a higher than normal blood pressure and prolonged muscle soreness or even acne. If you eat a lot of grains, try reducing the amount and see if over time your blood pressure reduces. Sugar is also a major culprit, and not necessarily just the added white sugar or high fructose corn syrup found in many foods. Having too many fruits and vegetables can present issues as well.

    Examine your diet. You may think it is good but there are always things can be improved upon. Also look into natural remedies too. After all, civilization lasted for thousands of years with natural treatments before our chemicals and drugs came along! Herbs like olive leaf extract and basil are just a few of many. Most of my input is from previous research and purely anecdotal in terms of effectiveness. Do your own research and learn to read your body cues better to determine what might work for you and what may not.

    Yeah no. Too many fruits and veggies do not elevate blood pressure. Natural treatments can actually be more harmful than good. Civics toons may have lasted, BUT life expectancy was significantly lower. Life expectancy increased with modern medicine. Extremely poor comparison.

    The key is too many fruits and vegetables, although fruits are more likely to be a problem. While most studies will say that you can eat fruits and vegetables without worry, there is a point where too much is too much. The general consensus is that 25-35 grams of sugar a day (depending on health problems, it could be even lower), is the average consumption for a healthy lifestyle. Some people do eat too much of these things, so if you have a health condition, especially one not realized yet (and it could be presented through high blood pressure), too many fruits can negatively impact you. Grapes have about 15 grams of sugar per serving while bananas have 15 grams and a small apple 11 grams. Luckily, most vegetables aren't as high in sugar as fruits. However, as you can see, a few servings of fruit could easily put you over the daily allotment of sugar, and that does not include any added sugars in other food and drink.

    As for natural remedies, we can agree to disagree. There are too many reports and studies that prove the effectiveness of natural treatments. I am living proof that natural treatments can heal. I almost lost my colon due to inflammatory bowel disease but I fought back with cleaner eating AND plenty of herbs.

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