High blood pressure, not any more.

a reply to: StarSirius

Sorry Star, I meant to say well done on your weight loss. Did you notice any change to your bp.

originally posted by: ashflash
a reply to: TheAlleghenyGentleman

Well, there are lots of meds for heartburn, Gaviscon and omeprozole to mention two,

The problem with Prilsoec [omeprozole]...taking it regularly can cause rebound.
Taking it regularly actually made my symptoms MUCH worse.

a reply to: ashflash

I have been using apple cider vinegar for my heartburn,and it works.I take enough pills already.

a reply to: Trueman

garlic sexy? Well thank you for the chuckle, now where did I put that olive oil.

a reply to: buckwhizzle

I have raw apple cider vinigar in my cupboard. Do you just take it for heartburn.

a reply to: DontTreadOnMe

Oh sorry to hear that. Funny thing is, I was prescribed omeprozole for years as I had reflux and I dumped that as well, months ago.

Little by little I'm getting rid of all the meds.

In eight weeks I will be meds free

a reply to: ashflash

Congrats on your success!!!

Sounds like your health has become far improved by dietary changes.

a reply to: VictorVonDoom

I was so interested in your reply, because just last week I was reading that sugar is the real culprit to high bp. There was even a recipe for salt to be taken but its a bit foggy so I'll have to go into my history and see if I can find the info.

Right now I have to log off, but I will be sure to come back this evening and if I find the article I'll let you know.

a reply to: DontTreadOnMe

To be honest, it's dumping the meds that has made such a difference.

Thank you so much for your kind words . I really appreciate them.

a reply to: ashflash

Fish oil, Garlic, Co-Q10 ( look this up if you want ), Exercise, Meditation/Relaxation, Sleep - Are some of the main things I've seen that are good for BP -

I was getting around 145/90, which isn't extreme, but after a couple changes, I'm closer to 120/75 - And also lost about 10-15 pounds.

Diet is tougher because I want to enjoy what I eat - But I'm surprised at what I've come to enjoy eating. Chicken salads with plenty of spinach, and other greens, for instance. Fish with steamed vegetables on occasion.

originally posted by: ashflash
a reply to: Trueman

garlic sexy? Well thank you for the chuckle, now where did I put that olive oil.

I think is something that occurs inside women's mind when a man cooks the garlic, olive oil and herbs. That aroma triggers a little romantic vision. Get 2 options of red wine ready, many women won't drink it if it is not sweet. A nice Lambrusco won't fail.

Warning : This won't be good for your blood pressure.

a reply to: deadlyhope

Hi.
Did you just change your diet to lose weight or did you exercise too?

I've made a note and will check out your recommendations.

Well done by the way.

a reply to: rickymouse

A big thank you Ricky. Because of your reply I checked out the danger of toxins in celery and was shocked.

There is a list of food stuffs that are considered pretty toxic, celery, apples, strawberries, bell peppers to name just a few.

So the info is that these (besides others) can carry up to 64 different pesticides that can be harmful.

The answer is to eat certain produce that is organically grown.

I will definitely buy organic from now on.

a reply to: Trueman

What an idiot I am. The clue was in your user name. But, I hope you see the funny side.

I am a woman, but oh boy, did I laugh (with you) I hope, not at you.

a reply to: ashflash

No.Originally I did,but later on I discovered that it also helps in regulating blood sugar.Diabetes runs in my family,so I figured every little bit would help.

I take a combination of Ashwaganda and Magnesium and that has lowered my blood pressure by 30-40 points systolic and 20 points diastolic. No meds for me either.

a reply to: 38181

No...Lemons are the only Citrus fruit that turns alkaline as soon as it hits your palate

Rainbows
Jane

I took my meds during that last post I made where I told you what I was taking. About 6 hours later I had to chase our little dog around the woods for a half an hour. I was walking pretty fast and sprinted into a jog about four times (still never got close to that little bugger). I got really winded after that, thought I was going to stroke out. Then I stopped chasing her and split up about 7 or 8 logs and brought the wood in. The whole deal was an hour. I took my BP before I even cooled down and it was 114/72, well below normal, esp. for me.

My point is that if I were doing that sort of thing everyday, and for longer periods, those meds would drop my BP way too low. Just the exercise would do a world of good and I could probably get off them if I worked out and jogged everyday. Diet and exercise would do the trick, I'm certain.

a reply to: AnnaBecker

That is interesting. I will be checking it out very soon. Thank you.

Must admit though, I have never heard of ashwaganda. I'm making a list of all the proven remedies. It is going to cost a fortune, but if it beats the meds, so be it.

a reply to: MichiganSwampBuck

I get your point and totally agree. I was unable to walk because the swelling hurt so bad, but once I stopped the meds, the swelling disappeared completely and last Wednesday I went for a 20 minute walk for the first time in ages. When I got back my bp had dropped to 123/71. Yesterday it was down to 120 for the first time in years.