An Overview of High Blood Pressure Treatment | GoldenEraMart Health Junction

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is dangerous because it can lead to strokes, heart attacks, heart failure, or kidney disease. The goal of hypertension treatment is to lower high blood pressure and protect important organs, like the brain, heart, and kidneys from damage. Treatment for hypertension has been associated with reductions in stroke (reduced an average of 35%-40%), heart attack (20%-25%), and heart failure (more than 50%), according to research.
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12 Must-Haves of a Healthy Pantry

1. Heart-Healthy Canned Tuna
 
No pantry is complete without a few cans or pouches of water-packed tuna.  Tuna can help add healthy omega-3 fats and protein to a variety of dishes, including salads, casseroles, omelets, enchiladas, or vegetable dips. Eat no more than 12 ounces of lower mercury seafood a week. Because white (albacore) tuna is higher in mercury, pregnant and breastfeeding women should not eat more than 6 ounces a week.

2. Surprising Uses for Pasta Sauce
3. Spectacular Spuds
4. Beans, a Protein Source
5. Peanut Butter: Sandwiches and More
6. Most Versatile Staple: Dried Pasta
7. Healthy Fats: Olive and Canola Oils
8. Go for Whole-Grain Goodness
9.Can't Live Without Canned Tomatoes
10. Can’t Live Without Canned Tomatoes
11. Add Some Crunch With Nuts
12. Stock for Richer Flavors  

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Alternative Treatments for High BP

There are many different types of complementary and alternative treatments believed to be effective for treating high blood pressure (hypertension). Scientific evidence indicates that a diet that is low in saturated fat and salt and rich in complex carbohydrates (vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and fruits), increased physical activity, and regular practice of relaxation techniques such as yoga, Tai Chi, or Qigong, can help to lower high blood pressure.

One of the simplest and most effective ways to lower your blood pressure is to eat a healthy diet, such as the DASH diet. Doctors recommend:

• Eating more fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy foods
• Cutting back on foods that are high in saturated fat, cholesterol, and total fat
• Eating more whole grain products, fish, poultry, and nuts
• Eating less red meat and sweets
• Eating foods that are rich in magnesium, potassium, and calcium

Further topics:

• Physical Activity to Lower Blood Pressure
• Blood Pressure, Breathing, and Stress Management
• Herbal Therapies for High Blood Pressure
•  Supplements to Lower Blood Pressure
•  Acupuncture for High Blood Pressure

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2-in-1 Blood Pressure/Blood Glucose Monitor

Combination blood pressure and blood glucose monitor that allows visually impaired patients to perform both critical tests with one easy-to-use speaking device. Features no-code technology, a large, clear shadow-free LCD display screen that is easy to read at any angle and a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) talking function that guides the patient thru each test procedure and results. Fast 7 second glucose read time with a small .7uL sample size. Stores up to 450 test results with date and time stamp with 7,14, 21, 28, 60 and 90 test averaging. Test data can be uploaded to a home computer or the FORA TeleHealth System for immediate access by a designated health care provider. Includes monitor, 10 count blood glucose test strips, blood pressure cuff, padded carrying case, quick start daily log book and owner's guide.

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Testing Blood Sugar on Sick Days

When you have diabetes, sick days often mean more than a runny nose and sneezing. An illness such as a cold or the flu, or any condition resulting in nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, may cause your blood sugar to increase. An infection can also raise blood sugar levels. Therefore, it is very important to test your blood sugar when you are sick. Here are some guidelines to follow when you are ill:

• Check your blood sugar every four hours.
• Test for ketones if your blood sugars are above 240mg/dl, or as directed by your health care provider. Ketones are a form of waste often produced in the bodies of people with type 1 diabetes when they are under stress (such as during an illness). Call your doctor if ketones are found in your urine. Depending on the degree of your illness, he or she may suggest that you go to the emergency room.
• Check your temperature regularly.
• Make sure you are drinking liquids if you are unable to keep down solid food. Drink one cup of liquid every hour while you are awake to prevent dehydration. If you are unable to hold down liquids, you may need to go to the emergency room or hospital.
• Do not stop taking insulin, even if you are unable to eat solid foods. You may need to eat or drink something with sugar in some form so that your blood sugar doesn't drop too low. People with type 2 diabetes who are on oral medicines may need to stop taking their medication when sick. Check with your doctor if you are unsure of what to do.
• If you need an over-the-counter drug to control symptoms such as cough and nasal congestion, ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of sugar-free products that are available.

When Should I Call My Doctor?
If you have diabetes and are sick, call your doctor if:

• Your blood sugar stays higher than 180 mg/dL or lower than 70 mg/dL.
• You are unable to keep liquids or solids down.
• You have a fever (temperature over 101 degrees F or 38.3 degrees C).
• You have diarrhea or are vomiting.

What Foods Should I Eat When I'm Sick?
If you are sick and have diabetes, you should eat or drink 45 to 50 grams of carbohydrates every three to four hours to maintain your nutrition needs, to avoid ketone development and to prevent hypoglycemia.
If you can't eat foods, you could try more easily tolerated foods, such as those listed below. Each of these items equal one carbohydrate choice.

• 1 cup clear soup or broth
• 1/2 cup regular gelatin
• 1/2 cup regular soft drink, like 7-up or Sprite
• 1/2 Popsicle
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/3 cup apple juice
• 1/2 cup sports drink, like Gatorade

Calorie-free liquids you may drink during an illness include water and 1/2 cup of broth or bouillon.
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When to eat after insulin injection? Also how much to eat after your insulin injection?

A.
The best time to eat after taking insulin depends on three major factors. First the type of insulin you are taking, the type of food you are eating, and your current blood glucose level.
There are two major types of insulin taken before meals, rapid acting and short acting. Rapid acting insulins include lispro (Humalog), insulin aspart (NovoLog), and insulin glulisine (Apidra). It’s generally best to inject these insulins up to 15 minutes before you plan to eat. For the short acting insulins, Humulin R and Novolin R, the timing is 30 to 45 minutes prior to the meal. If you wait longer than these times, you run the risk of having a low blood glucose level. Read more: Goldeneramart Health Junction

The Ultimate High-Fiber Grocery List

Fiber is great for a lot of things — heart health, digestion, and weight loss. And, when you want to lower cholesterol, fiber should be your new best friend. It actually lowers levels of LDL “bad” cholesterol.  

The next time you go shopping, stock up on healthy fiber options in every aisle.

PRODUCE

Fruit

• Fill up with fruits. A medium-size apple, banana, or orange, and 1 cup of strawberries all have around 3 to 4 grams of fiber. (Eat the apple peels — that’s where the most fiber is!). Raspberries win the fiber race at 8 grams per 1 cup.  

• Try something new. Many exotic fruits have terrific amounts of fiber: A mango has 5 grams, a persimmon has 6, and 1 cup of guava has about 9.

Vegetables

• Add color. In general, the darker the color of the vegetable, the higher the fiber content. Carrots, beets, and broccoli are fiber-rich. Collard greens and Swiss chard have 4 grams of fiber per cup. Spinach also packs a punch at 7 grams of fiber per half cup. Artichokes are among the highest-fiber veggies, at 10 grams for a medium-sized one.  

• Dig a potato. Russet, red, and sweet potatoes all have at least 3 grams of fiber for a medium-sized spud, if you eat the skin and all.

DRY AND CANNED GOODS

• Stock up on beans. Navy and white beans are the most fiber-rich, but all beans are fiber-packed. Any of these is a good choice for your shopping cart: garbanzo, kidney, Lima, or pinto beans. They make great soups and chilis, and are a flavorful addition to salads. Beans are also high in protein, so if you’re cutting back on red meat, they’re a healthy, filling substitute.

• Let in more legumes. Don’t stop with beans — other legumes are also high in fiber, including: peas, soybeans (edamame), and lentils.

BREAD AND GRAINS

• Look for 5. Most cereals have at least some fiber content, but they’re not all created equal. Any cereal with 5 or more grams of fiber per serving is a good source.

• Select whole-grain breads. Seven-grain, dark rye, cracked wheat, and pumpernickel breads are good choices.  

• Try grains. Bulgur wheat, brown rice, wild rice, and barley are all tasty substitutions for white rice.

THE SNACK AISLE

• Go nuts. A handful of sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, pistachios, or almonds gives you at least 3 grams of fiber. They are also high in calories, though, so make a little go a long way.

• Pop some corn . Three cups of air-popped popcorn have about 4 grams of fiber.

THE COLD CASE

• Buy foods with fiber added. Milk and other dairy products, and most juices, have either no fiber or are fairly low in fiber. New products, however, are changing that picture: Look for labels on orange juice, milk, and yogurt that say fiber is added or “fiber fortified.”

By GinaShaw 
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When Should You Test Your Blood Sugar?

Everyone with diabetes should test their blood glucose (blood sugar) levels regularly at home. Knowing your blood sugar levels allows you to alter your diabetes management strategy if your levels aren't near your target.

Also, regular testing of your blood sugar levels can help reduce your risk of having long-term complications from diabetes. Based on studies of people with type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes, maintaining near-normal blood sugar and HbA1c levels significantly reduces the risks of complications arising from diabetes.

Ways to Test Your Blood Sugar 
When Should I Test My Blood Sugar?
Home Blood Sugar Monitoring and HbA1c
When Should I Call My Doctor About Blood Sugar?
How Do I Record My Blood Sugar Test Results?

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