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What Causes Fluctuations In The BP Level After Losing Weight?
I changed my diet to be more plant based and eliminated dairy and red meat. As a result I lost 15 pounds. I went to two doctor appointments one day apart. One day my BP was 150/90. The next day 160/100. I took my BP today and it was 154/77. I do not have a history of high BP. What could be causing this after losing weight and eating healthier. Thanks for your response.
Fri, 1 Jun 2018
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The high readings of BP are not related to your weight gain or change in dietary habit. Increased BP is related to increasing age. But you definitely need treatment for your BP. Start with lowering salt in the diet and doing some exercise. You will also need medication for which you should meet your cardiologist.
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The high readings of BP are not related to your weight gain or change in dietary habit. Increased BP is related to increasing age. But you definitely need treatment for your BP. Start with lowering salt in the diet and doing some exercise. You will also need medication for which you should meet your cardiologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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