Blood Pressure

Arledrian · 01-31-2003, 03:45 PM

I never thought I would have to worry about my blood pressure; I'm very young and from what I can tell, in good shape. I never had it checked until yesterday. The results shocked me; I got 156 in systolic blood pressure, which really is very high.

Now because I've never had it checked before, or even really thought about it, I was wondering whether anybody here knows anything about blood pressure and what it could mean for me. Anybody have any ideas on what I could do to lower it? Or are there any illnesses I am particularly vulnerable to?

I'd appreciate anyone shedding some light on the matter, because it's really got me thinking.

Rokenn · 01-31-2003, 03:46 PM

I'd say consult your doctor about it, that is pretty high, esp if you are young and in good shape.

Attalus · 01-31-2003, 03:50 PM

Untreated high blood pressure can destroy your kidneys, give you a stroke, or bring on a heart attack. I suggest you see your physician ASAP.

Aelia Jusa · 01-31-2003, 03:55 PM

I think there's a number of things you can do dietary-wise that might help. My mum has high blood pressure and she has to lessen her salt and saturated fats. Especially salt I think. Tsk tsk, Alex, what have I told you about eating healthy [img]graemlins/idontagreeatall.gif[/img]

Timber Loftis · 01-31-2003, 03:59 PM

Drink more booze.

Seriously, doctors and scientists are becoming more and more convinced of the benefits of alcohol's blood-thinning properties.

Horatio · 01-31-2003, 04:08 PM

Inprove your diet, cut out food which you feel dramatically increase salt in your blood (ie crisps, or 'chips' to Americans

). Get exercise, but not so much that you drive yourself into the ground. Also, try to eat less fatty foods.
There is truth in Timber's claim. Red wine is one of the best drinks.
Of course, this is just from my limited knowledge of high blood pressure, so you will definately want to consult a doctor on this.

johnny · 01-31-2003, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Timber Loftis:
Drink more booze. Seriously, doctors and scientists are becoming more and more convinced of the benefits of alcohol's blood-thinning properties.

In that case i must be a very very healthy person.

Rokenn · 01-31-2003, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Horatio:
Inprove your diet, cut out food which you feel dramatically increase salt in your blood (ie crisps, or 'chips' to Americans ). Get exercise, but not so much that you drive yourself into the ground. Also, try to eat less fatty foods.
There is truth in Timber's claim. Red wine is one of the best drinks.
Of course, this is just from my limited knowledge of high blood pressure, so you will definately want to consult a doctor on this.

Actually the most recent studies show that any alchol will give the same results. The key is moderation. So a beer a day is just as good as a glass of wine a day. Though I think a glass of wine would have less carbs and calories then a regular beer.

Horatio · 01-31-2003, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rokenn:

quote:
Originally posted by Horatio:
Inprove your diet, cut out food which you feel dramatically increase salt in your blood (ie crisps, or 'chips' to Americans ). Get exercise, but not so much that you drive yourself into the ground. Also, try to eat less fatty foods.
There is truth in Timber's claim. Red wine is one of the best drinks.
Of course, this is just from my limited knowledge of high blood pressure, so you will definately want to consult a doctor on this.

Actually the most recent studies show that any alchol will give the same results. The key is moderation. So a beer a day is just as good as a glass of wine a day. Though I think a glass of wine would have less carbs and calories then a regular beer.[/QUOTE]This could mean very good diets in the future

Attalus · 01-31-2003, 04:34 PM

Yes, and alcohol improves you VHL cholesterol, the "good" one. Mine is very high.

Sodium restriciomn may or may not help, exercise definitely does.

01-31-2003, 03:45 PM	#1
Arledrian Egyptian Goddess of the Dead Join Date: July 12, 2001 Location: South Carolina Age: 40 Posts: 3,771	I never thought I would have to worry about my blood pressure; I'm very young and from what I can tell, in good shape. I never had it checked until yesterday. The results shocked me; I got 156 in systolic blood pressure, which really is very high. Now because I've never had it checked before, or even really thought about it, I was wondering whether anybody here knows anything about blood pressure and what it could mean for me. Anybody have any ideas on what I could do to lower it? Or are there any illnesses I am particularly vulnerable to? I'd appreciate anyone shedding some light on the matter, because it's really got me thinking. __________________ Marvellous banter; I am bereft of ribs.

01-31-2003, 03:46 PM	#2
Rokenn Galvatron Join Date: January 22, 2002 Location: california wine country Age: 60 Posts: 2,193	I'd say consult your doctor about it, that is pretty high, esp if you are young and in good shape. __________________ “This is an impressive crowd, the haves and the have mores. <br />Some people call you the elite. <br />I call you my base.”<br />~ George W. Bush (2000)

01-31-2003, 03:50 PM	#3
Attalus Symbol of Bane Join Date: November 26, 2001 Location: Texas Age: 75 Posts: 8,167	Untreated high blood pressure can destroy your kidneys, give you a stroke, or bring on a heart attack. I suggest you see your physician ASAP. __________________ Even Heroes sometimes fail...

01-31-2003, 03:55 PM	#4
Aelia Jusa Iron Throne Cult Join Date: August 23, 2001 Location: Brisbane, Australia Age: 42 Posts: 4,867	I think there's a number of things you can do dietary-wise that might help. My mum has high blood pressure and she has to lessen her salt and saturated fats. Especially salt I think. Tsk tsk, Alex, what have I told you about eating healthy [img]graemlins/idontagreeatall.gif[/img] __________________

01-31-2003, 03:59 PM	#5
Timber Loftis 40th Level Warrior Join Date: July 11, 2002 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 11,916	Drink more booze. Seriously, doctors and scientists are becoming more and more convinced of the benefits of alcohol's blood-thinning properties. __________________

01-31-2003, 04:08 PM	#6
Horatio Ma'at - Goddess of Truth & Justice Join Date: September 19, 2001 Location: Behind these metal bars Age: 41 Posts: 3,117	Inprove your diet, cut out food which you feel dramatically increase salt in your blood (ie crisps, or 'chips' to Americans ). Get exercise, but not so much that you drive yourself into the ground. Also, try to eat less fatty foods. There is truth in Timber's claim. Red wine is one of the best drinks. Of course, this is just from my limited knowledge of high blood pressure, so you will definately want to consult a doctor on this. __________________ I <b>am</b> the party!!<br /> [img]\"http://zert0.net/iuti/img2/1381585-vi.gif\" alt=\" - \" />

01-31-2003, 04:34 PM	#10
Attalus Symbol of Bane Join Date: November 26, 2001 Location: Texas Age: 75 Posts: 8,167	Yes, and alcohol improves you VHL cholesterol, the "good" one. Mine is very high. Sodium restriciomn may or may not help, exercise definitely does. __________________ Even Heroes sometimes fail...

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