High Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is more than just an elevated number. From a natural and root-cause perspective, it is important to look at the whole body and the systems that influence blood pressure, including the cardiovascular system, kidneys, hormones, nervous system, metabolism, and lifestyle. Dr. Art takes a natural, whole-body approach to helping patients identify and address the underlying factors that may be affecting their health. Through individualized nutrition guidance, lifestyle recommendations, and natural wellness protocols, his approach focuses on supporting areas such as metabolic balance, cardiovascular health, inflammation, stress, and overall wellness.
Looking at the Root Causes
Blood pressure can be influenced by inflammation, oxidative stress, vascular health, metabolic dysfunction, fluid balance, stress, poor sleep, and kidney function. Rather than focusing only on lowering the number, a whole-body approach looks at what may be contributing to the imbalance.
The kidneys play an especially important role by regulating fluid and mineral balance and participating in the
renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS), which helps control blood vessel constriction and blood pressure.
Nutrition and Movement
A nutrient-dense diet centered around vegetables, whole foods, healthy fats, and fiber provides nutrients and plant compounds that can support cardiovascular and vascular health.
Exercise is equally important. Aerobic activity, resistance training, and isometric exercises have all been shown to support healthier blood pressure. Regular movement also improves circulation, insulin sensitivity, cardiovascular fitness, and stress regulation.
Supporting Long-Term Cardiovascular Health
High blood pressure often occurs alongside other metabolic and cardiovascular concerns. Supporting healthy nutrition, regular movement, quality sleep, stress management, kidney health, and metabolic balance can help create a stronger foundation for cardiovascular wellness.
The goal is not simply to lower a blood pressure reading. It is to support the systems that regulate circulation and address the factors that may be contributing to elevated blood pressure in the first place
References:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31825114/
