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- Embrace gradual dietary changes towards a whole food, plant-based diet to lower blood pressure
- Incorporate regular, enjoyable physical activities for consistent hypertension management
- Utilize stress reduction techniques and community support to sustain healthy habits
- This video is part of the Reversing Hypertension Naturally Summit
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Community Support, Exercise, Heart, Hypertension, Nutrition, Sleep, Social Connections, StressLaurie Marbas, MD, MBA
Welcome to the Reverse Your Hypertension Naturally Summit. I’m Dr. Laurie Marbas, your host. Today we’re diving deeper into not just the what emergent hypertension but the how, specifically how to build and maintain habits that lead to healthier blood pressure. Let’s start by learning about hypertension and lifestyle changes. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a prevalent issue, often exacerbated by our lifestyle choices. It’s a condition that doesn’t discriminate and can lead to serious health complications if not managed effectively. The cornerstone of its management lies not in the temporary fixes but in the sustainable lifestyle changes. The journey to better health isn’t a sprint is a marathon. So where do we start? Well, let’s start with dietary changes in habit formation. A whole food plant-based diet is key. But how do we transition from current eating habits to this healthier approach? Start small. Introduce one plant-based meal a day. Gradually replace processed snacks with fruits or nuts. Focus on adding rather than subtracting. Add more vegetables, grains, and legumes to your diet. Habit formation is about consistency in gradual shifts, not overnight changes. Now, meal planning and preparation can be a game changer. Dedicate a few hours each week to plan and prepare your meals. This not only reduces the stress of daily cooking but also helps keep you aligned with your dietary goals. Another crucial aspect is mindfulness while eating. Pay attention to your meals, savor the flavors, and listen to your body signals. This can prevent overeating and help you appreciate the nourishing quality of food.
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Needless to say, identifying and controlling my own bad habits which were the familial normal within which I grew up continues to challenge me on a one day at a time basis. A lonely journey that was not encouraged nor supported by my parents nor extended-family members and the communities in which we lived.
I grew up in a meat, dairy, starchy vegetable, white flour bread, noodle, pasta, & rice covered with fatty sauces world. Lots of SUGAR. Then, along came “fast foods,” “frozen entrees,” added chemicals & preservatives. . . how did we even make it out of childhood?