Sleep Apnea Hypertension
July 1st, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed
Sleep apnea is a condition in which, during sleep a person pauses their breathing for a period of time that they miss at least one breath. By definition the cessation must also trigger either a change in EEG pattern and/or a blood oxygen desaturation of at least 3-4%. Both hypertension and heart failure are strongly linked with sleep apnea, and so the issue of sleep apnea hypertension is one of great seriousness.
The Major Symptom
With sleep apnea hypertension, sleepiness is considered the major symptom. Although in some cases the drowsiness and fatigue is quite mild, in most cases it is so severe that it is almost debilitating. As such, driving and traveling may become impossible because of the dangers that they pose. With this condition a person can be overtaken by sleep right in the middle of a conversation.
Seek Professional Advice
Given the seriousness of such a condition it is crucial to deal with it promptly by getting in to see your doctor. They will perform a few specialized tests which will help them to make a proper assessment and diagnosis of your condition. After assessing the severity of your sleep apnea hypertension they can determine the treatment method most suitable to your particular condition.
Standard Lifestyle Changes
Even prior to a treatment plan recommended by your doctor, anyone with hypertension can assist their body by making healthy lifestyle changes. As you will read in almost all the articles posted on this site regarding hypertension, a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables, high in fiber, low in fat and sugar is key. In addition drinking plenty of water, adequate exercise and getting enough sleep, are also key factors in assisting the body in moving toward a healthy state.
It’s Up To You
For some, the thought of making lifestyle changes can seem overwhelming, and for many it may be too much to do it all at once, but just start and as you do you’ll draw yourself in to making additional changes which will only be of benefit toward a healthier you.
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Salt And Hypertension
June 2nd, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed
In many homes and for many people, salt is a staple used at most meals. For many, it’s used to such an extreme that it’s added to their food before even tasting it. If this describes you, detaching your hand from the salt shaker may pose quite a challenge, but if you have hypertension, it’s an act you really need to make.
Studies have shown that for those with hypertension, the greater the intake of salt, the higher blood pressure rises. Excess salt causes water retention and as fluid becomes stored in tissues, it puts pressure on the body. Hypertension is not the only disease aggravated by the use of excess salt, salt also plays an adverse role in asthmatic conditions, the acceleration of kidney disease, osteoporosis and even stomach cancer.
The Solution
There is only one way to escape the effects of an excess salt intake – and that is to simply quit using it. Though it may be a challenge at first, as everything will taste a little ‘off’, (or have no taste at all), but after a while you’ll find yourself questioning why restaurants and manufacturers have to put so much salt in their food. According to the DHFSA (Department of Health and Food Standards) the optimal amount of salt an adult should consume per day should not exceed five to six grams.
In addition to cutting out the salt that you yourself add to food, you need to start looking at the labels on prepared/packaged food. The amount of salt in processed foods can be staggering. It would be foolish to alter your intake by cutting out what you’re shaking onto your food, while continuing to consume the massive amount in many of the store-shelf prepared foods.
More Foods To Watch Out For
High concentration of salt is found in sausages, dried fish, processed cheese, dried soup/noodle packets and stock cubes. Some brands of tomato sauce contain high amounts of salt. Also you will want to use sparingly ketchup and soy sauce.
The Food To Consume
Probably in every hypertension-related article posted on this site you will read that you will want your diet to be focused on fresh fruits and vegetables, high fiber and low fat foods. These foods may seem unappealing at first, but once you start to manage your taste buds instead of allowing them to manage you, you will start to desire the foods that contribute to your health and wellbeing, instead of those that steal it from you.
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