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I have been on the same anti-hypertensive for the last several years and my bp is going up. Should I talk to my doctor?

Q: I am a type II Diabetic and have been on an antihypertensive for several years. My BP is slowly creeping up into the 140’s over 70-80. Should my doctor consider a different antihypertensive?

A: Your blood pressure is getting into the range where your doctor...

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Will Resperate help ease the pain associated with diabetes neuropathy?

Q: Will RESPeRATE help ease the pain associated with diabetes neuropathy?

A: To my knowledge, clinical studies have not been done with the RESPeRATE and neuropathic pain. Pain is associated with anxiety. Regular use of the RESPeRATE can lower anxiety because it is so soothing to...

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Are there any natural remedies that can reduce constant thirst and frequent urination associated with diabetes?

Q: I have Type 2 diabetes and high BP. Are there any natural remedies (i.e. live leaf/grape seed extract, omega 3 fatty acids, beta glucan) that can reduce my constant thirst and frequent urination?

A: Constant thirst and frequent urination are symptoms of diabetes. These symptoms...

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What is normal blood sugar count?

Q: What is a normal blood sugar count?

A: Blood sugar usually ranges in the mid one hundreds in people without diabetes. For testing purposes, a level of less than 200 is considered normal when a blood sample is randomly taken. If the test is performed...

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Can high blood pressure contribute to less blood circulating to the brain?

Q: Can high BP or diabetes contribute to less blood to the brain and passing out as a result?

A: Hypertension usually does not have symptoms. A well known serious complication of diabetes is loss of consciousness from low blood sugar. This is why diabetics are...

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Can a man who has diabetes and is on dialysis use the Resperate?

Q: Can a man who has diabetes and is on dialysis use the RESPeRATE?

A: The RESPeRATE has no side effects. It can be used safely with diabetes and kidney failure; however you should first discuss it with your physician. Visit our contact page and provide...

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Q: Can BP meds make you have blood low sugar? I do not have diabetes.

Q: Is there a natural way to lower your blood sugar before it gets over the limit without expensive medicine?

A: Maintaining a normal weight, making healthy food choices, and getting plenty of exercise are natural ways to prevent diabetes and keep blood sugar in the...

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Can blood pressure medication lower blood sugar levels?

Q: Can BP meds make you have blood low sugar? I do not have diabetes.

A: Certain blood pressure medications can interfere with the way the body metabolizes sugar to maintain normal blood sugar levels. Without additional information about your medications and your blood sugar levels,...

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Is there any way to reverse type II diabetes?

Q: I have recently been told that I have type 2 diabetes. My blood sugar is usually between 97 and 108 in the morning and around the mid 120’s after I eat. I take one Metformin at night. Is there any way to reverse the...

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Diabetes and impotence

Q: I’m 72 years old, strong and still working as a music teacher. I take 1000 mg metformin for diabetes, eat well, weigh 198 lbs. What is causing my impotence? Is it just age related?

A: Since you are on metformin, I am assuming you are...

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