Hypertension, also known as High Blood pressure, is a real problem in the United States, More and more individuals are being diagnosed. It is because the Joint Commission ) has lowered the definition. By this I mean that a diastolic blood pressure reading of 85 is now considered pre hypertensive. Therefore, more Americans are being treated with blood pressure medications
There are lifestyle changes that be discussed to lower blood pressure. These lifestyle changes include a change in dietary options and increasing exercise. I also discuss the patient’s addictions as well as meditation. Meditation and yoga have shown to be positive changes to decrease blood pressure. Acupuncture also has been cited to lower blood pressure. I also use many herbs and nutraceuticals to lower blood pressure. I am often asked when a patient should take his blood pressure medications. I tell them definitely at bedtime. It is within reason that a blood pressure medication taken at bedtime is better as it takes time for the drug to assimilate and be metabolized. By taking it at bedtime, the medication is allowed to reach its peak between 4 to 6 hours and break down metabolites by early morning This way the patient wakes a lower blood pressure in the morning
Always ask your health care professional when to take medications as well as supplements
Until tomorrow…