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Could Rise In Blood Pressure Be Due To Vitamin Supplements?
hi ,my name is nick,im 33 with regular excercise activity.i recently had my blood pressure checked it was 184/73 i am 5 7.i was told sometimes hieght has a role to play with that.i think this happen after i started takeing supplements to increase my workouts.since this i no longer do.what are your thoughts,thank you,nick
Mon, 1 May 2023
Hello,
Various factors can contribute to high blood pressure, including genetics, lifestyle habits, and underlying medical conditions. While some vitamin supplements may have beneficial effects on blood pressure, others can have adverse effects, especially if taken in high doses or combination with certain medications.
For example, high doses of vitamin C or vitamin E may lead to elevated blood pressure in some individuals. Additionally, certain herbal supplements such as ginseng, licorice root, and ephedra have been associated with increased blood pressure.
It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about any supplements you are taking and their potential effects on your blood pressure. They can also help you determine whether other factors may be contributing to your high blood pressure, and recommend lifestyle modifications or medications as needed to help manage it.
In the meantime, you can take steps to lower your blood pressure such as reducing your sodium intake, maintaining a healthy weight, engaging in regular physical activity, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Various factors can contribute to high blood pressure, including genetics, lifestyle habits, and underlying medical conditions. While some vitamin supplements may have beneficial effects on blood pressure, others can have adverse effects, especially if taken in high doses or combination with certain medications.
For example, high doses of vitamin C or vitamin E may lead to elevated blood pressure in some individuals. Additionally, certain herbal supplements such as ginseng, licorice root, and ephedra have been associated with increased blood pressure.
It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about any supplements you are taking and their potential effects on your blood pressure. They can also help you determine whether other factors may be contributing to your high blood pressure, and recommend lifestyle modifications or medications as needed to help manage it.
In the meantime, you can take steps to lower your blood pressure such as reducing your sodium intake, maintaining a healthy weight, engaging in regular physical activity, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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