Diabetes Reset and Wellness

How to Control High Blood Pressure

How to Control High Blood PressureBy: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCES Published on: 2026/01/02

High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because it can cause serious damage without obvious symptoms. This evidence-based guide explains what high blood pressure is, why it matters, and how lifestyle changes—such as diet, movement, stress management, and a functional medicine approach—can help you safely and effectively control it and protect your long-term health.

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How to Control High Blood Pressure

Lifestyle Medicine

Lifestyle MedicineBy: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCES Published on: 2025/11/19

Discover how the newest clinical guidelines make lifestyle change the first-line treatment for Type 2 diabetes. Learn how food, movement, sleep, and mindset work as powerful medicine to restore balance and remission naturally.

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Understanding the Root Causes of Hypertension

Understanding the Root Causes of HypertensionBy: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCES Published on: 2025/10/18

High blood pressure doesn’t happen overnight—it’s the result of deeper imbalances in the body. This article explores the root causes of hypertension through a functional medicine lens, including stress, poor diet, insulin resistance, inflammation, gut health, and hormonal changes. You’ll learn how lifestyle, nutrition, and simple daily habits can naturally support healthy blood pressure and long-term heart health.

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Understanding the Root Causes of Hypertension

Understanding High Blood Pressure

Understanding High Blood Pressure By: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCES Published on: 2025/10/11

Learn about high blood pressure (hypertension), its complications, risk factors, and management. This evidence-based guide highlights lifestyle changes, medications, and the importance of early detection to protect cardiovascular, kidney, and brain health.

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Understanding High Blood Pressure