01-31-2003, 03:45 PM | #1 |
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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.
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01-31-2003, 03:46 PM | #2 |
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I'd say consult your doctor about it, that is pretty high, esp if you are young and in good shape.
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01-31-2003, 03:50 PM | #3 |
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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.
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01-31-2003, 03:55 PM | #4 |
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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]
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01-31-2003, 03:59 PM | #5 |
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Drink more booze. Seriously, doctors and scientists are becoming more and more convinced of the benefits of alcohol's blood-thinning properties.
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01-31-2003, 04:08 PM | #6 |
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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.
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01-31-2003, 04:34 PM | #10 |
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Yes, and alcohol improves you VHL cholesterol, the "good" one. Mine is very high. Sodium restriciomn may or may not help, exercise definitely does.
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