Question 1

what if i start eating better will i not have high blood pressure anymore?

Accepted Answer

Lexapro/weight gain: Weight gain can be dose associated with the dose of an antidepressant/antianxiety drug like lexapro, (escitalopram) but not always.  Weight gain can be due to depression or anxiety associated eating habits, so effectively treating these conditions with the right dose of medication could also help prevent weight gain.

Question 2

can someone age 56 get high blood pressure temporarily from eating hot sauce?

Accepted Answer

No: The blood pressure may have gone up if the hot sauce was really hot but hypertension is a diagnosis over time and is not diagnosed on an acute event.  If there is a concern, see if you can take blood pressures over a few weeks with a bought or borrowed cuff and if consistently over 140 on the top number or 90 on the bottom number, see a pcp and get checked out!

Question 3

will eating eggs cause high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Eating eggs is not likely to have much of an effect on blood pressure in usual quantities.

Question 4

can eating bananas help to lower high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

No: Bananas are high in potassium and may be good for cramping (if they are related to low potassium) they may have a very minimal and indirect effect in BP and they are not part of the management/ treatment  of hbp and neither is garlic, another myth. If you do have hbp you need to be under medical supervision to have the best chance of avoiding the complications of hypertension.

Question 5

my morning blood pressure in the morning was 183 / 72 and sometimes goes up to 200 then gradually drops back to 120s after eating and the number fluctuates between 140s and 110s thru-out the day.  do i have high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension: You do have hypertension and it is quite labile. You are somewhat young for the onset of essential hypertension which is the commonest form and is often familial. You may be in the 10% of hypertensive patients that have secondary  Hypertension which can be due to renal artery dysplasia, pheochromocytoma, hyperaldosteronism for example. Consult a cardiologist for evaluation,appropriate testing&amp;care

Question 6

i've been eating natural black licorice candy daily for several months. just read can be dangerous. i don't have high blood pressure. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Probably ok: Not sure what danger there is to eating licorice other than danger of weight gain and diabetes.  If you are eating in moderation, I wouldn't worry about it.  Everyone should try to limit excess processed sugar in the diet.

Question 7

in addition to eating right, exercises and lowering salt intake, are there any natural herbs or remedies that can lower really high blood pressure quickly ?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure: Keeping blood pressure controlled is a life long effort. Herbs and natural remedies aren't reliable enough to place your life on. Go see your doctor and be treated.

Question 8

is eating 1 egg a day plus the yolk bad for my high blood pressure? if it is ill stop but i heard the yolks is very healthy for the brain

Accepted Answer

No problem: Eating 1 egg a day including the yolk will not risk your blood pressure.  And yes, nutrients in the yolk are healthy for your brain.  These include omega-3 fats like dha, and also choline.  
For more info, see:  http://tinyurl.Com/2qjcwg  and also:  http://tinyurl.Com/mqhdhg9   find pastured (more expensive but maybe worth it) eggs if you can.  Resources:  http://www.Localharvest.Org/.

Question 9

i had high blood pressure in the 150s was put on bp meds so i stop eating salt for one year and exercise now i get lightheaded when standing help.

Accepted Answer

It is POSSIBLE: that your doctor may want to adjust the dose of medication you are taking.  Do not do this by yourself but please return to your doc for an exam.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

i have high blood pressure and i have ed?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure : Healthy living is the best way to maintain normal blood pressure. Avoid smoking, excessive salt, sugar, fatty animal products. Sleep well-speak to your doctor if you don't. Deal with emotional stresses, meditate, laugh. Eat fresh fruits, vegetables, almonds, and walnuts.  Exercise and takes meds according to your doctor's recommendations.  ED can be related to high BP, anxiety, hormone issues.

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Can someone age 56 get high blood pressure temporarily from eating hot sauce?

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Will eating eggs cause high blood pressure?

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Can eating bananas help to lower high blood pressure?

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My morning blood pressure in the morning was 183 / 72 and sometimes goes up to 200 then gradually drops back to 120s after eating and the number fluctuates between 140s and 110s thru-out the day. do i have high blood pressure?

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I've been eating natural black licorice candy daily for several months. just read can be dangerous. i don't have high blood pressure. should i worry?

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In addition to eating right, exercises and lowering salt intake, are there any natural herbs or remedies that can lower really high blood pressure quickly ?

A member asked:

Is eating 1 egg a day plus the yolk bad for my high blood pressure? if it is ill stop but i heard the yolks is very healthy for the brain

A member asked:

I had high blood pressure in the 150s was put on bp meds so i stop eating salt for one year and exercise now i get lightheaded when standing help.

A member asked:

I have high blood pressure and i have ed?

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