Do you really have high blood pressure?
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I have a wrist monitor that I use most of the time.
I've compared it to my Omron arm cuff enough to know that they compare well, except for high BP range, like >170 systolic.
Either one can show +-10-20 pts over repeated measures. The Omron actually has a 3 measure automatic setting...
The wrist monitor is way more convenient.
Just curious -
Do wrist monitor's send data/readings to folks who decide things for you based on your vitals? Like... insurance rates, are you healthy enough to carry... you know, little things like that.
Pissed off more than one nurse requesting a larger cuff before starting; and proved to a couple of doctors that yes, it does make a difference.
Now, if they'll quit asking me whether I want a flu and shingles shot while they're doing it ...
Now, if they'll quit asking me whether I want a flu and shingles shot while they're doing it ...
The only place I have those used on me are doctors' offices. And they are always really high, even if I have had my meds 2-3 hours prior to my appointment.
Last week had an appointment. Took my BP before I left home about 2 hours after my meds. 138/81. Got to the doctors office and they used the wrist thingy on me. 186/95. There is no way that was correct. I got home and took it again after about 20 minutes. 135/80.
So its not a transmitting thing, its just a small device the doc uses. And its always a lot higher.
My wife was affected in a big way by salt. One of her docs confirmed something she found on the internet. That sodium levels and potassium levels are intertwined. She increased her potassium intake and was able to decrease her BP meds.
After my appointment tomorrow (after blood tests), I am going to start choline and see what it does...
Office of Dietary Supplements - Choline
Choline supports brain and nerve functions. Learn how much you need, good sources, deficiency symptoms, and health effects here.
"Some research shows that getting enough choline might help keep the heart and blood vessels healthy, partly by reducing blood pressure. Other research suggests that higher amounts of choline might increase cardiovascular disease risk."
"Some studies have found a link between higher intakes of choline (and higher blood levels of choline) and better cognitive function (such as verbal and visual memory)."
16 Foods That Are High in Choline
Your body uses the nutrient choline for processes like metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, brain development, and more. Here are 16 foods with choline.
www.healthline.com
As many as 90% of Americans are choline deficient according to the article...
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After my appointment tomorrow (after blood tests), I am going to start choline and see what it does...
Office of Dietary Supplements - Choline
Choline supports brain and nerve functions. Learn how much you need, good sources, deficiency symptoms, and health effects here.ods.od.nih.gov
"Some research shows that getting enough choline might help keep the heart and blood vessels healthy, partly by reducing blood pressure. Other research suggests that higher amounts of choline might increase cardiovascular disease risk."
"Some studies have found a link between higher intakes of choline (and higher blood levels of choline) and better cognitive function (such as verbal and visual memory)."
16 Foods That Are High in Choline
Your body uses the nutrient choline for processes like metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, brain development, and more. Here are 16 foods with choline.
As many as 90% of Americans are choline deficient according to the article...
I have been taking COQ-10 for about a year. I think it’s giving me a bit more energy.
Coenzyme Q10
Learn how coenzyme Q10 might help treat certain heart conditions and prevent migraine headaches.
www.mayoclinic.org
Will look into choline.
My BP elevates at the doc's office due to the hot nurses.
