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19Feb 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

Lisinopril: What You Ought to Know

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What you ought to know about Lisinopril. Lisinopril is an ace-inhibitor blood pressure medication that lowers blood pressure, and it is used to protect your kidneys. It is also used in heart failure and after a heart attack. Captopril, enalapril, fosinopril and other medications that end in "pril" have similar effects and side effects as lisinopril. Cough is one of the most aggravating things that most patients complain of when taking lisinopril. But lisinopril can cause a life-threatening side effect called angioedema. Swelling or numbness of the face, mouth, lip, throat or tongue, or difficulty breathing are life-threating symptoms of angioedema. If you or anyone you know is experiencing these symptoms, call 911 immediately. [caption id="attachment_1190" align="alignnone" width="300"] A fire truck is parked in the bay with all of the…

03Feb 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

Which Isolation Mask Would Protect You From the Coronavirus?

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https://amzn.to/2Xd5uwP Which isolation mask would protect you from the coronavirus? *****UPDATE Alert:The CDC RECOMMENDS MASKS WEARING FOR ALL SEE THIS LINK https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/more/masking-science-sars-cov2.html***** Why Use An Isolation Mask The Coronavirus has infected approximately 14,380 people. As a result, 304 people have died. The spread will likely increase over time. Therefore, you should protect yourself from the virus, but the protective measures may not be what you had in mind. For example, you are probably looking for the most effective isolation mask to protect yourself. However, maintaining a healthy immune system, good handwashing, tracking, isolation, and quarantine measures are the most effective measures to protection. You can track the virus at the link below. A graduate student at the University of Washington developed this tool. (This is an affiliate link that supports…

30Jan 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

10-Year Free Cardiovascular Risk Calculator Tool: Generate More Treatment Options

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Want more treatment options when you visit your doctor? This 10-year free Cardiovascular risk Calculator will give you the information you will need to generate more treatment options at your next visit. View the video below of Dr. Gupta who explains the importance of calculating your cardiovascular risk. The free cardiovascular risk calculator tool can indicate if you have a future risk for a heart attack. This is a reliable estimate of your 10-year cardiovascular risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hyj4Rz1hxTI Use this Cardiovascular Risk Calculator tool if you are between the ages of 40 and 79 to know where you stand when it comes to having a heart attack or stroke within the next 10 years. Just go to CARDIOVASCULAR RISK CALCULATOR http://www.cvriskcalculator.com/ and type in your information as described below to get…

29Jan 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

What is Your Cardiovascular Risk and Why Should You Care?

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What are your risk factors of having a heart attack or stroke in the next ten years? Keep in mind, the greater your risk, the greater your benefit when you modify your risk. Your preventive behavior is the best cure. We all know that hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular (heart) disease and stroke. I just can't ignore that one out of every three deaths here in the United States is due to cardiovascular disease, and modified risk factors could have prevented at least 25% of these deaths. But did you know that there are other risk factors besides high blood pressure that contribute to your increased risk of being disabled, losing your quality of life, or dying from a heart attack, coronary artery disease, or stroke? Some…

31Dec 2019 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

Lowering Blood Pressure: How Does Medication Compare to Lifestyle Modifications?

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How does blood pressure medication compare to lifestyle modifications when it comes to lowering blood pressure? Lifestyle modification alone very effectively lowers blood pressure, but if the level is severe, you will likely require antihypertensive medication. If you do not use any lifestyle modification, you will probably need more antihypertensive medication to get to your target blood pressure goal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSZTKsemTSc The average person with hypertension will require two medications to reach their target blood pressure goal. There are certain medications that are more effective than others in certain people, and there are first-line medications that are important to initiate. Severe side effects from antihypertensive medication are not as common as you would think. Nevertheless, side effects may cause medication non-adherence. Did you know that about 25-50% of patients with hypertension…

31Dec 2019 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

We Finally Know the Most Accurate Way to Measure Blood Pressure

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Looks Like We Finally Know the Most Accurate Way to Measure Blood Pressure. For years we have relied on office blood pressure monitoring for blood pressure management. In the previous podcast, I told you why it is essential to know your blood pressure target goal. In reality, it is not enough to just know your blood pressure target goal. You must use this knowledge when measuring and logging your blood pressures at home and ask your health care provider when to seek help. Since hypertension usually has no symptoms associated with it, it is crucial to monitor your blood pressure at home to know what your target blood pressure goal is. You need to know your target blood pressure so that you would know when to seek help. Measure your…

30Dec 2019 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

What’s the Goal of Blood Pressure Treatment?

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Lifestyle modification and blood pressure medication are the treatment recommended by the hypertension guideline? What's the goal of blood pressure treatment? Your target goal blood pressure is the goal of blood pressure treatment. In this podcast episode, I will review what hypertension is, tell you what a target blood pressure is, and why it is the very first thing you ought to know about your blood pressure. I will also give you the target goal blood pressure for the general population that you can use until you talk with your health care provider to get your target goal blood pressure. Disclaimer, this information will only help you if you are ready for health behavior change. Ready, let's do this! What's a target blood pressure goal and why would you need…

29Nov 2019 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

A Blood Pressure Drug That Could Be Dangerous for African Americans

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Lisinopril is an anti-hypertension medication, and it will protect your kidneys if you have diabetes. Although lisinopril is not the first drug of choice for hypertension in African Americans, many are prescribed the medicine as mono-treatment. I want to warn you that in African Americans, Lisinopril could be dangerous. Lisinopril could cause angioedema that swelling of your lips or throat. If you are on lisinopril and your lips swell, or you have difficulty breathing, get emergency treatment. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately because angioedema COULD BE FATAL. Angioedema could be reversed within a few minutes with the appropriate medication to reverse this allergic reaction. There is an alternative medication that is equally effective in protecting your kidneys or reduces blood pressure, and that medication is…

23Nov 2019 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

Craving Ice? Get your Blood Level Checked Now!

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Craving ice, dirt, caramel, or other cravings? Your blood level might be low, and you might need blood and iron. Excessive iron can be dangerous to your health. It is essential to know your iron level before taking any vitamins that contain iron. It is a known fact that people who crave ice are anemic. Anemia can be detrimental if your hemoglobin level is seven or below. Ask your health care provider for a complete blood count, iron level, TIBC, and Ferritin level to assess your need for supplementation if you have cravings to ice. Hemoglobin of 7 or less may require a blood transfusion, and a ferritin level of less than 50 may require daily ferrous sulfate by mouth. If you have had a gastric sleeve or gastric bypass,…

19Nov 2019 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

Can Your Eye Sight Improve After Damage to Your Retina?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orqdxsg-Dr4 Uncontrolled blood pressure or diabetes can damage your eyes, particularly your retina. Blood and swelling behind the eye come from high blood pressure or high blood sugar. A systolic blood pressure (top number) greater than 139 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure (bottom number) greater than 89 mm Hg or higher would make you more likely to experience damage to your eyes. Of course, the damage occurs over time. A diet rich in vitamins (A, C, E, omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, and zeaxanthin) supports eye health. Sometimes damage to the retina can be reversed. You would have to stick to a plant-based rice diet for at least three months to reap the benefits. Ask your health care provider before making any dietary changes or before taking any supplements. How…