Can you lower your blood pressure if you’re already on medication?

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[@ut561]

I'm 68 and I've never ever had a doctor ask me about my life style, like how much i exercise or what i eat. even when i lost 100 lbs on my own the doctor was surprised but never asked me how i did it or what foods I ate. they just noted it and moved on. it's so important that we be motivated and take responsibility for our health :)

[@jodyljohnson8515]

I was just going to make a similar comment about diet, exercise and lifestyle! I too haven't talked to a doctor about that....by the way, congratulations on your weight loss! That is fantastic! Proud of you!💞✌️

[@cwebr789]

Understood. I lost 46 pounds on a ketogenic diet. Doctor asked why was I on keto?? How about the fact that it works!

[@heatherpolovsky8238]

Hi My name is Heather P . Your breathing video taught me what to do after getting nervous about my blood test . I knew it was going to hurt . 1 Minute later they took my blood pressure . That was 188 . I calmed down with your breathing to get it down to 181 a few minutes later. It does work . And I just cut back on my salty foods . 1 MONTH ago .

[@AdamsTaiwan]

I did lower, then I stopped the med. I did it slowly, but still thought I was going to die. I used aspirin to stabilize my heart then after 2 weeks I was back to normal. Now my BP is 116/68. I had to stop because the med. was slowly increasing my BP and messing up my life. Things I did: stopped high carb intake, breakfast at 11am supper at 5 and lots of walking at least 8000 steps.

[@X-157.98]

Ah...so that is how it's done. Congrats + thanks for being an inspiration 😊

[@cwebr789]

My husband was on heavy blood pressure meds and statins. That did not stop him from having 2 heart attacks and dying. So it goes for drugs making you healthier.

[@AdamsTaiwan]

@@cwebr789 Sorry, to hear that. I was 58 when I stopped earlier this year. I was going to go back to my doctor and tell him what I did, but he died of cancer. He was 60. I think the med. already did damage to my heart, but slowly feeling better.

[@AdamsTaiwan]

@@X-157.98 My BP was usually over 140/79 and got it down to below 130/75 before deciding to quit. Even though my walking goal is at least 8000 steps, I recommend more than 10,000. The more the better. Also, fast from 7pm-11am. Eating a couple of eggs in the evening makes it so one is not so hungry in the morning. Then if you feel hungry, have some mineral water first.

[@Claytone-Records]

@@AdamsTaiwanGood for you! Do you eat your eggs hard boiled?

[@ut561]

when you talk I feel better, you have a very reassuring tone about you :)

[@bulbulievyas9574]

Your post is so much of truth . Thank you 🙏🏼🪷🤍

[@AdamJStoryDC]

I appreciate that

[@user-wf7ut9rb4h]

Dr. Story. I had a hemorrhagic stroke six, almost 7 years ago at age 53, paralyzed on my left side initially, hospitalized for a week, 10 days in an acute rehab center. Managed to learn to walk again, went home with a cane, and over six months of outpatient rehabs 3 times a week I managed to return to my work part-time only due to constant fatigue. They told me my stroke, a brain bleed, was caused by my uncontrolled high blood pressure and I would be on medication the rest of my life. It took me 3 years before I decided to more actively take control of my health. I started fasting, ate keto for awhile, took off 40 pounds, and my blood pressure numbers at home started to decline and finally asked the doctor to try and take me off slowly a couple off the two medications, amlodipine and hydrochlorathiazide I had been taking. I was tired, muscle cramps. I had started a walking regime, and believe it or not some hitt sprints and free weights a few times per week. Answer from doctor was no still. I finally went to a naturopathic doctor, had some tests done, she suggested a different kind of bp med, and eventually my other doctor agreed to let me ditch the hydro crap. So I still am on a small, 5mg dose of Ramipril at night and my bp numbers are good in the am 118/78 or 120/80s, and well when I have the conversation can I wean, all doc says is you are going against medical advice if you do that, I will note it in your chart as non-compliant. You kinda have to laugh at it all for God sake as no realization or asking how my lifestyle changed. So ridiculous. But, I loved your video and believe there is still hope if I clear up more lifestyle stuff I can get off the last one. I walk 4 miles pretty much 5 days a week or more and try and keep my stress response more subdued now. But, just wanted to say I appreciate your smart ass responses to the jerks in the comments that have nothing better to do with their pathetic lives than rain on your parade. Life is too short, and I know how precious it is at this point. Thanks for reading this Sir, I wish you the damn best cycling day my friend!!❤

[@judymills2362]

Some bp meds can cause the problems you described.

[@raypascali8029]

This is one of your best videos and you have had many. Thanks for posting. I look forward to your next video. Have a great day!

[@AdamJStoryDC]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@checkmateforever]

I wish you were my doctor. I'm 46 and have been battling high blood pressure for over a decade now. I'm a "bulky" 260 lb guy that take walks & weight train. For some reason, I'm struggling to lower my BP without taking 3 BP MEDICATIONS and on a "fair diet".

[@gladiator22666]

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[@seattlecathy]

And every medical office has a television in the waiting room. They don't listen to complaints.

[@gladiator22666]

@@seattlecathy glad it’s not only me that’s noticed 👍

[@JonnyRatclffe3467]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@gladiator22666]

@@JonnyRatclffe3467 have you signed up for your free pen 🤪

[@joybrown1772]

I was prescribed statins but went to a DO and started Red Yeast Rice. Berberine for normal blood sugar. Thank you, doctor, for solutions to get to the root of an issue. Diet and lifestyle are 🔑!

[@cps7915]

You are so very helpful. Medicine could benefit more from Dr. like you!!!

[@AdamJStoryDC]

Glad you think so!

[@teva197]

I have a problem with Doctors bc every time I see one I feel as if the problem I'm having is my fault. 'You've got to get your b/p down' not WE have to work on b/p. I worked with MDs for many years, I know the scorn they feel for patients who don't respond to the treatments. (and take supplements) I was on b/p meds for years, recently the MD doubled the dose of both meds. That worried me! I stopped taking both and my b/p didn't change at all. I cleaned up my diet, started walking daily and stopped both meds. My b/p is lower than when I first saw the MD.

[@elainemidgley7878]

I know someone who is massively overweight .. high blood pressure medication for years .. then high cholesterol . .. His doctor as never until recently asked about his diet and exercise and that was only because he became pre diabetic. !!!!! .... Oh the irony of it all .... As soon as I was told I had raised cholesterol and blood pressure I changed my diet and started exercising ... Hopefully next check up it'll be going in the right direction.

[@teva197]

@@elainemidgley7878 I believe it! Some supplements are worth looking into, beet root juice/powder for b/p and Bergamot (Earl Grey tea) for cholesterol. Good luck!

[@victorianwaogwugwu6023]

Thank you Dr Adam J Story. Your advice is helpful.

[@harmyjim2]

When I was told to go on ramipril by my Dr. He asked about exercise but not diet. Old school uses the medication. I've decided to get off the meds, I'll my doctor first, and he will probably have me use a lower dose and monitor my levels with my machine (takes three automatic readings then gives an average). A change in diet and exercise will be better, but difficult. Great advice, thanks.

[@operannieonebay9477]

I keep a BP log and my numbers are good. Super high in Dr. office. He thought my machine at home might be inaccurate so he had me bring it into his office. My numbers matched so now he just goes by my log.

[@madisonbeard5]

Yes , this happened to me also , dr lowered my meds after asking to lower them , showing my bp lower at home , however she was very hesitant n says I’ll prob never be able to sop them completely bp 98/59 sometimes at home -low , very frustrating, just because it’s high in her office

[@chrisrose1449]

Had a panic attack 3 days later I was out on this and now the medication has increased my anxiety

[@frankmelinn]

i really think you are going in the right direction. it is a long learning process but hopefully you will stay with it. i enjoy your videos

[@stpnn8598]

I hate BP medication because it has all kinds of sides effects, after 20 years decided now to stop. My BP fluctuates daytimes acceptable, but nighttime frequently over 190. Had recently stenosis operation. Fed up with dizziness for last 4 years, so quitting. Very careful with diet and exercise and accepting what comes may.

[@chrisrose1449]

I’ve been on beta blocker for 2 months past couple weeks BP has been low 100’s over 50-70’s have felt like shit doc still wants me to continue taking 2 pills a day I’ve cut back to 1 for the past 4 days so far so good we shall see extreme lifestyle change and down 50lbs

[@bermuda1100]

Thank you for the advice spot on

[@AdamJStoryDC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DonnaAndCats]

I think you were trying to say, "up the creek without a paddle"😂

[@jodyljohnson8515]

I so love this video Doc! It'd be nice if all doctors had your mindset! Unfortunately, it feels like you're just a number. Get you in and get you out! Give you this or give you that kind of medicine....sad. I'm going to watch the recommended video and maybe it'll give me a little incentive!😊 Thanks Doc! Love ya 💞✌️

[@AdamJStoryDC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cps7915]

I exercise daily, I practice yoga and mediation, have a good diet, low weight 112 lbs, and I'm on a half tab of BP meds because she said I'm already doing everything to reduce my BP and that it's hereditary. Do you have any thoughts about this?

[@bulbulievyas9574]

Marvelous post .

[@carlawilliams8136]

Thank u. Good morning Doctor I am on 2 Blood Pressure medicine now I am 58 years old disabled with my knees so I don't get to walk a lot I had COVID twice and it has damaged my lungs and probably in my heart my diet is good and I'm trying to lower the Blood Pressure is there anything else I can do?. He has me on a bit of blocker also at night I take half a pill. I think I'm doing all the right things because I was in the health care before and I know how to take care of yourself and I'm really trying but I need to get the blood pressure down because I'm very high risk in my family for strokes. I'm also on eating vegetables with protein chicken fish and fruits and lots of water I drink I don't drink juices and I do juice my fruits also with water and I mix them with spinach. Thank you so much

[@kelliea5729]

When I learned that Dr Furhman (who I paid to have consultations with) used AI instead of actually being who I was paying to speak to…I was pissed! That fraud to my mind. Very disappointed in a man I respected. A5 least when I paid to talk with you Adam…I spoke to you. Thank you.

[@felix64able]

God I wish my MD was like this....I've had to research on my own, because, sir your bp is high here is a pill.

[@judybrown4922]

Ive found they don't care. Exercise is limited now. On a walker waiting to have total hip replacement. Asked doctor about weight loss, diet. His reaction was to prescribe 3 drugs How can I find someone who will work with me. Didn't ask about family history, etc. Took 3 months to have a test scheduled which I WAS TOLD I NEEDED to have done

[@mimamima2]

my blood pressure is not good, with medicine it goes down to 103/69 or 117/72 later in the day 122/72 but early mornings it is low and I feel sick when it is in the teens number but if my pressure is say anywhere from 120/70 I feel better when I stop medicine it starts to go up to 159/86 or 164/98 this is always around 8,9,or 10 pm sometimes I can have it 103/69 at 5pm with medication and I do not feel good for me it is to low. My lab work came out good and my heart doctor says my heart is good, but I am always tiered and dizzy not spinning dizzy but lightly dizzy and when I try to walk around the grocery store, I feel faint and tired like I need a little more breath and I feel like I am going to faint or dizzy. When I eat olives or sault my pleasure, goes up from 103/69 to 120/70 I feel better but every day I feel tiered and dizzy not sinning dizzy but uncomfortable dizzy I did lose a lot of weight I was 178 and went down to 160 one and a half years ago but I lost the weight without trying I lost that weight in one month and a half and have been like that I lost my muscle as well I eat all I want and do not gain weight that is not like me

[@carolsouther4775]

My doctor gets upset when I bring up the side effects of meds. 😢

[@Cacofonixravi]

I am 62 male, last 10 years taking losartan and atenolol 50mg each once daily in the morning. Normal weight and BMI, vegetarian, largely eat home food, do daily walking for 40 minutes,I want to stop this medication which is causing dizziness and headache. Any suggestions

[@gif24gt60]

Give that elephant some peanuts but hold the aflotoxin!😮

[@cwebr789]

Heavy blood pressure meds and statins did not stop my husband from having 2 heart attacks and dying. So it goes for drugs making you healthy.

[@i_am_ms.j]

Can you make a video on how to lower heart rate, please. Thank you 😊

[@thunderdragon888]

Being active and have some regular sport can lower your heart rate provided that there is nothing wrong with your heart that prohibits you from carrying certain exercise

[@AdamJStoryDC]

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[@uschicox9454]

Stimulate your Vagusnerve!

[@i_am_ms.j]

@@AdamJStoryDC Thank you. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at the age of 34. I walk for an hour 3 times a week. Maybe I need to do more

[@seattlecathy]

You can have a heart attack with normal blood pressure. I've seen percentages from 47% to 69%. I have not seen any research articles on the impact of lowering blood pressure, just a lot of propaganda. I have a very strong case of white coat hypertension. All I have to do is enter a medical setting ]. I know it's temporary because I'm fine when I've had a chance to rest and relax and do home monitoring. However, I told the doctor I am not taking blood pressure meds no matter what. At my age, I'd rather roll the dice than live with the side effects. Have you seen Ezekiel Emanuel's article, I want to die at 75? His video updates? I am 100% in agreement.

[@ruchirakulkarni9161]

Want to know if 120/93 blood pressure need to be treated by medicine? Is it a cause of worry?

[@Lindash04]

Thx for this video

[@AdamJStoryDC]

It's my pleasure

[@andreasturmbauer9676]

Thank you for sharing ! It's realy interesting. I help myself to lower the bloodpressur with the DIEN' CHAM - method of Mister Nhuan le Quang, a doctor from Vietnam

[@mahaal_harbe8635]

Where can I find the way ?