Struggling with high diastolic blood pressure? This comprehensive video explains exactly how to lower your diastolic blood pressure naturally and medically. Learn why the bottom number in your blood pressure reading matters just as much as the top number for your heart health.<br />What You'll Discover:<br />• The difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings<br />• How diastolic blood pressure changes with age and peaks around 55<br />• Health risks associated with high diastolic pressure, including heart disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and chronic kidney disease<br />• What constitutes normal vs. high diastolic blood pressure (under 80 mmHg is normal)<br />• Understanding isolated diastolic hypertension, especially common in adults under 40<br />Proven Methods to Lower Diastolic Blood Pressure:<br />• Lifestyle modifications that work: aerobic exercise, qigong, smoking cessation, weight loss, and reducing alcohol intake<br />• Effective medications when lifestyle changes aren't enough: calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics, and SGLT2 inhibitors<br />• Important safety considerations: why keeping diastolic pressure between 70-80 mmHg provides optimal heart protection<br />Based on current ACC/AHA guidelines, this video provides evidence-based strategies for managing diastolic hypertension, whether you have diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, or elevated heart disease risk. Learn how to work with your healthcare provider to achieve optimal diastolic blood pressure control safely and effectively.<br />
