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I am not sure why I have high blood pressure, but I am 22 and I am not sure exactly what the doc said I had, i am thinking it was 140/70 or something like that, I was nearvous when i was there and I know that effects it, she said to avoid salty foods.. what more can I do as far as diet and excercise to lower my blood pressure?
I had blood taken for some tests and have another doctor appointment in 5 weeks.
I am also not sure what the blood pressure numbers mean, an explanation would be nice
thank you in advance
i had my blood pressure taken at home three times after i saw the doctor, it was just about the same, just a little lower cuz i wasnt as nervous, but it was still about the same
Cut down on caffeine (I know at 22 that can be hard!) and alcoholic beverages.
Also, cut down on salt in you diet, eat foods low in sodium (many pre-packaged or frozen foods contain high quantities of the stuff, so read your labels!).
Drink plenty of fluids, exercise regularly (at least 30 minutes EVERY day), and get plenty of rest. Try to reduce stress in your lifestyle – again, I know this can be hard, but maybe try a beginner’s yoga or something to help you learn to focus and/or meditate.
Perhaps next time you’re out, stop by a drugstore with an on-duty pharmacist and ask them what else they might recommend.
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I have a question, I have been taking my blood pressure at those machines in Wal Mart and Walgreens, but my arm is not fitting in the machine all the way so I have been taking it using my forearm. The first number is pretty high according to the charts and the second number is high normal. Can I get an accurate reading using my forearm? When I am able to get my arm in all the way, the top number is a little lower but not much. Also, my pulse is always a little over 100, but all my friends and husband are about 50-60. Is a pulse over 100 really bad? The co-pay to go see my doctor is high so I want to be sure before I pay the co-pay and nothing is wrong with me, which has happened before. I hope I was clear, I tend to ramble sometimes. Thank you.
Yes, high blood pressure and a high heart rate are big problems. You need to see your doctor. Your pulse should be no more than 80.
Does high blood pressure normally run in your family’s blood?
If yes, then you must take into consideration having a regular blood test. In this process you will be able to know whether you might have an underlying ailment.
The blood glucose is normally expressed in millimoles pr litre (mmol/l). Typically, its level is lowest in the morning and higher after mealtime than its narrow limits right through out the day which is 4 to 8mmol/l.
Note: Glucose is normally the only sugar found in the blood. Blood glucose concentrations are kept within a relatively narrow range by such factors as hepatic and renal uptake and release, glucose removal by peripheral tissues, hormone influences on uptake and release, and intestinal absorption. The only endogenous sources of glucose are the liver and kidneys which convert glucose-6-phosphate to glucose. Insulin is the main hormone that affects glucose blood levels.
However in the case of diabetes, it blows out of proportion until it is treated or at least maintained. Yet, though treated, there will still be some time where it will go adrift from its normal level.
Now, if you happen to discover that you have failed to escape this kind of illness. The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) which was introduced by the Lousiana State University Ag Center in their research could be of so much help.
The study states that a healthy food preparation will be able to trim down your blood pressure and reduce the possibility of reducing it to normal levels. It also shows that blood pressure may be decreased by taking foods which are low in salt, total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol. Likewise it also advises a diet loaded with fruits, whole grains and low-fat dairy foodstuffs and vegetables.
In addition, the study also showcased the usual American diet sodium cutback. According to the results the minimal intake of sodium also minimizes the blood sugar level.
Since high blood pressure threatens the chances of heart disease, stroke and kidney disease, which ranks as the first, third and ninth chief causes of death in the American populace. It is therefore important to do the necessary measures to prevent it from happening.
Three things may help you prevent high blood sugar:
- Testing your blood sugar often, especially if you are sick or not following your normal routine. You can see when your blood sugar is above your target range, even if you don’t have symptoms of high blood sugar (increased thirst, increased urination, and fatigue).
- Visit your doctor if you have frequent high blood sugar or your blood sugar is consistently above your target range. Your medication might need to be adjusted or changed.
- Drink extra water or noncaffeinated, nonsugared drinks to prevent dehydration
Hector Milla
http://www.articlesbase.com/non-fiction-articles/the-bloody-high-blood-sugar-82469.html
Arthritis is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. According to Ayurveda arthritis is primarily a vata (air) disease which is due to accumulation of toxins in the joints and is known as amavata.This can be caused by poor digestion and a weakened colon, resulting in the accumulation of undigested food and the buildup of waste matter. Poor digestion allows toxins to accumulate in the body, and problems with the colon allow the toxins to reach the joints.
Symptoms : Fever; Immense pain & stiffness in affected muscles in case of chronic muscular rheumatism; Pain or tenderness in a joint which is aggravated by any movement or activity, such as walking, getting up from a chair, writing, typing, holding an object, throwing a ball, turning a key; Excruciating pain and stiffness in the joints in case of chronic articular rheumatism.
Home Remedies: The following are a few simple cures that might just help relieve you from the pain of arthritis. Try any of them to see what works for you.
Two teaspoons of lemon juice and a teaspoon of honey mixed in a cup of warm water taken twice a day is good for curing arthritis; Two teaspoons of juice from fresh leaves of bathua, drink every day on an empty stomach for 2-3 months; Half a teaspoon of turmeric powder with warm water helps cure arthritis; Taking alfalfa tea twice a day makes a good cure; Two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and 2 teaspoons of honey dissolved in a small glass of warm water taken once or twice a day brings relief; Rub the aching joints with hot vinegar to get some relief from pain; Two parts pure olive oil and one part kerosene makes a wonderful liniment to bathe afflicted joints; Add one tablespoon cod liver oil to the juice of one orange, whip and drink before sleeping; One raw clove of garlic every day is very beneficial. This clove can be fried in ghee (clarified butter) or castor oil. Take for 2 months; Guggulu is very helpful in curing arthritis. Eat half a teaspoon twice a day after meals with warm water; Exercise the afflicted joints in a tub full of hot water; Drink carrot juice, cucumber juice, eat cooked vegetables and/or vegetable soups, and drink coconut water for a healthy body & massage your joints daily to cure arthritis; On an empty stomach eat 2-3 walnuts or some coconut; Avoid mental tensions that lead to stress. Lose weight, if necessary, to get close to your ideal weight. If you weigh less, there is less weight on your joints and less pain;
Effetive and Proven Results For – Arthcare Oil (Anti Inflammatory and Muscle Relaxant Herbal Massage Oil) :
Arthcare Oil is the best natural solution for your problem, manufactured under the guidance of renowned MD Ayurveda Specialist doctor. Arthcare is an anti-arthritic herbal oil which not only gives a sure relief in rheumatic arthritis but also strengthens the bone tissues, the skeletal and the neuromuscular systems, giving a comfortable movements of joints and muscles. It is a powerful antioxidant and increases the energy level. Arthcare penetrates the body tissue faster than any other ointment because of its strong anti-inflammatory action. It removes stiffness and improves mobility of limbs. It brings relief from backaches, muscular strains, rheumatic pains, joint pains etc. Body massage with Arthcare oil, relaxes an asthmatic person. Arthcare is scientifically proven Ayurvedic formulation containing the herbal combination of well known traditional herbs described above. Within few minutes of application you will feel relaxed from pain. For Best Results Take 2 Arthcare Capsules twice a day and massage the affected area with Arthcare Oil 2-3 times a day.
Herbal Remedies:
The use of herbs is a time-honored approach to strengthening the body and treating disease. The following have been used traditionally to treat rheumatoid arthritis:
Shallaki also known as boswellia (Boswellia serrata), comes from a tree that yields gum when its bark is peeled away. In clinical trials, promising results were observed in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, chronic colitis, Crohn’s disease. Researchers found that standardized Boswellia extract significantly reduced swelling and pain and usually reduced morning stiffness for people with rheumatoid arthritis.
Ashvagandha (Withania somniferum) is an Asian plant of the potato family. Its roots have long been used to treat “rheumatism,” high blood pressure, immune dysfunctions, erection problems and also to ease inflammation. Because of all this, it’s sometimes called the “Indian ginseng.”
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) may be among the best-studied of the four. Research suggests ginger root inhibits production of prostaglandins and leukotrienes, which are involved in pain and inflammation. In an uncontrolled 1992 Danish study, 56 patients who had either RA, OA or muscular discomfort took powdered ginger. All of those with musculoskeletal pain and three-fourths of those with OA or RA reported varying degrees of pain relief and no side effects, even among those who took the ginger for more than two years.
Herbal oils are applied to the arthritis to loosen stiff joints, restore mobility, remove pain, inflammation or swelling, nourish tissues and relieve pain. The experienced hands dipped in the pleasantly warmed oil will travel all over the body with pressure. Arthcare not only increases blood circulation but also gives a sure relief for rheumatic arthritis, spondylosis, paralysis, muscular disorder, slipped disc, asthma and tuberculosis. Brings in relief from stress, strain and tensions. It is also very good for tonning of one’s muscles and nerves. Get instant relief within minutes of application of oil.
Advice:
Epsom Salt (magnesium sulfate): Magnesium has both anti-inflammatory and anti- arthritic properties and it can be absorbed through the skin. Magnesium is one of the most important of the essential minerals in the body, and it is commonly deficient in the American diet. A New England remedy for arthritis is a hot bath of Epsom salts. The heat of the bath can increase circulation and reduce the swelling of arthritis.
Dosage and Directions: Fill a bathtub with water as hot as you can stand. Add 2 cups of Epsom salts. Bathe for thirty minutes, adding hot water as necessary to keep the temperature warm. Do this daily as often as you’d like.
Dr John Anne
http://www.articlesbase.com/alternative-medicine-articles/herbal-remedies-for-arthritis-joint-pain-spondylosis-muscular-ache-75045.html
High blood pressure occurs when the force with which the blood pushes against the veins and arteries’ walls is much higher than normal. Having a high blood pressure for a long time greatly increases the risk of a stroke or heart-attack, and the risk to develop a heart disease. Millions of people are suffering from high blood pressure all over the world, and many of them aren’t even aware, because it has no symptoms. Some find out about it only after a few years, when they discover that their heart disease or stroke is caused by the fact that they had high blood pressure for a long time.
The exact cause of high blood pressure has not been discovered yet, but what is certain is that the modern stressful lifestyle together with the western junk-food diet are two factors that seriously increase the risks of having high blood pressure. In order to find out if you have a high blood pressure or not, consult your doctor for several measurements. If all the values recorded are above the normal limit than your blood pressure is too high and you must begin the treatment soon before you become at risk to develop severe heart diseases.
You can treat high blood pressure with drugs and with diet and lifestyle changes. However, some people can’t afford to change their lifestyles so they must rely only on drugs.
There are several categories of drugs that can lower the blood pressure:
Beta blockers – they can decrease the heart rate by reducing the nerve impulses to the heart. This causes the heart to beat slower and therefore the blood pressure to lower. Some of the stronger beta blockers can have side effects that include insomnia, depression or asthma. The most common beta blockers are Atenolol, Bisoprolol, Acebutolol and Carteolol.
Diuretics – they can make the body lose the sodium excess from the body through urination. Sodium is one of the most dangerous substances when it comes to blood pressure, it alone can cause it to raise over the normal values. Among the most effective diuretics you can find Furosemide, Amiloride, Bumetanide, and Chlorothiazide. Diuretics can cause the potassium from the body to disappear, but potassium is found in many aliments so the supply can be renewed.
Ace inhibitors – they can prevent a certain hormone that can cause the arteries to get narrower from forming. If that hormone is not present then the arteries will become more relaxed and the blood pressure will lower. The ACE inhibitors most recommended by doctors are Fosinoprol, Enalapril, Captopril and Benazepril. Among their side effects skin rash has been encountered a few times, and in some cases a dry cough also appeared.
Other used types of blood pressure lowering drugs are calcium channel blockers (which can stop calcium from entering the muscles of the heart, thus relaxing the blood vessels and lowering blood pressure), alpha beta blockers and nervous system inhibitors.
You can check more about lower blood pressure and especially about wrist blood pressure monitor by visiting http://www.lowerbloodpressure.info
Groshan Fabiola
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/drugs-that-can-lower-the-blood-pressure-pros-and-cons-70789.html
Did you know there is no one specific symptom that can identify high blood pressure, and that it is the results of high blood pressure that produce symptoms? Most people do not realize the only way you can find out if you suffer from high blood pressure is to have a blood pressure reading taken.
Blocked Arteries
High blood pressure is caused when blocked arteries fail to deliver enough amounts of blood carrying nutrients to every living organism within the human body. Such blockages cause arteries to shrink in diameter.
It is much like when a fuel line in your car is clogged by dirt or debris, preventing fuel from reaching its destination. And as with a car with a clogged fuel line, a blood vessel that is blocked or clogged will fail to transport the necessary amount of oxygenated blood to its destination.
Pressure inside the artery walls forces the heart to pump harder to get that blood where it needs to go. The harder the heart muscle has to pump blood, the higher your blood pressure will rise. If left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to heart attack, stroke and coronary heart disease.
So what do you do if there is no particular high blood pressure symptom to watch out for? How do you know what to do to prevent high blood pressure related conditions? The first thing is to get your blood pressure checked regularly. Do not be fooled into thinking that young, healthy people do not suffer from high blood pressure. High blood pressure can strike at any age, though most often the condition occurs in older people, or those who are overweight.
Ethnic Groups
Some ethnic groups are at a higher risk for high blood pressure because of genetics, so be on the safe side. Blood pressure can be checked easily with the help of a blood pressure monitor or cuff. A reading will only take a few minutes and is the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure or not. While we have days when we are nervous or tense, high blood pressure that lasts more than a day or two should prompt you to visit your doctor.
People sometimes feel dizzy or short of breath. But these symptoms are not from high blood pressure by itself, but the resulting damage caused by high blood pressure. Often, smoking also contributes to high blood pressure, as does a high fat diet and lack of exercise. If you regularly experience shortness of breath, light-headedness or feel as if your heart is pounding for no obvious reason, go get your blood pressure checked.
Remember, there is no readily identifiable symptom of high blood pressure, and it will take a blood pressure reading to discover what your blood pressure is. You owe it to you and your heart to take care of yourself, so do the best you can with what you have. Your body, your heart, and your family will thank you for it.
Stan Kitchen
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/the-elusive-blood-pressure-symptom-124358.html
Warts are skin-coloured, uneven lumps (non-cancerous) on the skin. They mostly appear on the hands and feet. Their look depends on where they erupt on the body and how thick the skin is.
Thus, they are skin infections caused by viruses of the human papillomavirus (HPV) family. The HPV virus causes a hard protein called keratin in the top layer of the skin (the epidermis) to grow too much, producing the rough, hard texture of a wart.
They can affect any area of the body. Warts are usually painless with the exception of the warts on the soles of the feet.
Warts are more common in kids than in adults. They are usually painless and harmless, and often clear up by themselves, although treatment can help to get rid of them more quickly.
Types of warts include:
• common warts – mostly found on fingers, hands, knees, and elbows, where the skin has been broken. These are also called “seed” warts because the blood vessels to the wart produce black dots that look like seeds.
• filiform warts – these have a finger-like shape, are usually flesh-colored, and often grow on or around the mouth, eyes, or nose.
• flat warts – also called juvenile warts. They tend to grow in large numbers – 20 to 30 at a time. Most people who get flat warts have them on their faces, but they can also grow on arms, knees, or hands.
• plantar warts – found on the bottom of the foot (known as verruca). They can be very uncomfortable – like walking on a small stone.
• genital warts – sometimes called venereal warts, are contracted through sexual contact. They’re spread by direct, skin-to-skin contact during vaginal, anal, or oral sex with an infected person.
Warts Symptoms:
Symptoms of common warts include:
- Small, fleshy bumps
- Flesh-colored or whitish, pink or tan
- Rough to touch
Warts may occur singly or in clusters. They often contain one or more tiny black dots, which are sometimes called wart seeds, which are actually small, clotted blood vessels. Young adults and children appear to be affected most often.
Are warts contagious?
Yes. Warts are very contagious. The skin cells in warts release thousands of viruses, so close skin-to-skin contact can pass on the infection. It is also possible to get warts from using towels or other objects that were used by an infected person.
The time from the first contact with an infected person to the time the warts have grown large enough to be seen is often several months. The risk of catching hand, foot, or flat warts from another person is however small.
People with a weak immune system are more likely to get infected.
Often warts disappear on their own, although it may take many months, or even years, for the warts to go away. However, some warts won’t go away on their own.
Warts Treatment –
Warts need to be treated, as they can turn out to be inconvenient. They can bleed and cause pain, and can be awkward, if they grow on your face. Treatment decreases the chance that they will be spread to other areas of your body or to other people.
Warts are treated depending on the age of the patient and the type of wart.
Do not try any home remedies or over-the-counter drugs to remove warts on the genital area. One shouldn’t treat warts on the face without taking advice from the doctor first.
Common warts in young children can be treated at home by applying salicylic acid gel or solution. Treatment should be stopped at least temporarily if the wart becomes sore.
For adults, cryotherapy (freezing) is preferred. Repeat treatments at intervals of one to three weeks are necessary.
Electrosurgery (burning) is another good alternative treatment.
Laser treatment is a recent technique used for stubborn warts that have not responded to other therapies.
In case of foot warts, the dermatologist may recommend a change in footwear to reduce pressure on the wart and ways to keep the foot dry since moisture tends to allow warts to spread.
If once treated, do warts recur?
Most of the time, treatment of warts on the skin is successful and the warts are permanently gone. The body’s immune system usually gets rid of any tiny bits of wart that may have remained after a wart has been treated.
Genital warts are more dangerous as they are likely to come back. This is so, as there’s no cure for the virus that causes them and because warts are more difficult to control in a moist environment.
Preventive steps to avoid getting warts –
To reduce the risk of getting a wart -
• Avoid touching other people’s warts.
• Do not scratch a wart as this may spread the infection to other parts of the body.
• Avoid sharing towels or other personal items with an infected person.
• Do not share shoes or socks with someone who has a foot wart.
• If you have a wart on your hand, you should wear gloves if you are using common equipment.
• To avoid genital warts, practice safe sex. Always use condoms. You can also avoid genital warts by having a monogamous sexual relationship with a partner known to be disease-free.
Warts can easily be avoided – you have to be alert and responsible to prevent its spread.
Candy Willims
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/warts-home-remedies-for-warts-121022.html
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