Which foods will make my type II diabetes and hypertension worse?

What drinks should I avoid with type II hypertensive diabetes?

I used to have a smoothie every morning for my breakfast, coffee during the day, and a couple of glasses of wine during the week before my type II hypertensive diabetes diagnosis. Are these drink

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Keto Dieting for Weight Loss: Is it Legit?

The keto diet replaces most carbs with fat sources so that your body switches to burning ketones for fuel, resulting in weight loss. Does it really work?

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Can You Be Obese and Healthy?

Can you be healthy & obese? Is there anything called healthy overweight? Although the diagnostic criterion remains controversial to date, such people do exist!

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Does Diabetes Cause High Blood Pressure?

It's bad enough to be diagnosed with diabetes, but most diabetics find that they have high blood pressure too. Find out why this happens and how to overcome it.

How can I prevent type 2 diabetes if I have hypertension?

I have been struggling with hypertension ever since I had my first baby. I am quite scared because I know that hypertension is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Is there any way I can prevent t

Does the keto diet result in weight loss?

I am trying really hard to find a diet that will help me with weight loss. I tried banting, but no luck. I also tried veganism, but no luck. I have heard about the keto diet which is high fat, a

How does oxidative stress in type II diabetes result in hypertension?

In my teens I lead a very poor lifestyle of smoking, eating unhealthily, and barely exercising. This later led to type II diabetes and oxidative stress. How exactly does this result in hypertensi

How does type 2 diabetes cause hypertension?

I am in my early 40s and was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I have made several lifestyle changes, for example following a diet plan and exercise regime. But the one thing looming heavi

How long until I see weight loss results from the keto diet?

I am running my first half marathon in exactly one year's time! I am very excited because it's given me the motivation to lose weight, get fit, and follow an exercise regimen. I want to follow t

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Can Hypoglycemia Cause Hypertension?

Learn about the side effects of hypoglycemia, the causes of hypertension, and the potential relationship between these two conditions here.

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Hypertension: Risk Factors, Types, and More

Hypertension is termed "a silent killer" because it goes undetected in many people. Understanding the causes of high blood pressure can help reduce the risks.

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Do Calcium Channel Blockers Raise Blood Sugar?

Learn about calcium channel blockers, their effect on blood sugar, and who should avoid taking them altogether.

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The 4 Stages of Hypertension

High blood pressure or hypertension is generally broken down into four stages. Learn what they are here.

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Why Green Bananas Are Great for Diabetics

Though ripe bananas should be eaten in moderation, green bananas have great benefits for diabetics. Find out why and what those benefits are in this article.

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Is Blood Pressure the Same as Blood Sugar?

Although "blood pressure" and "blood sugar" sound similar, they are very different from each other. Learn more about their relationship here.