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Radio Naturopath Episode 449: Supplements and Herbs for Hypertension; Energy Drinks

This week we got a little more into herbs and supplements for high blood pressure. Lots of people struggle with it, even while on meds. There are so many causes and you can help it from a number of different directions, and these can help. So can basic lifestyle changes like more rest and sleep, eating lots of produce, and limiting sugar, caffeine, and processed foods. We also talked about Energy Drinks: yay or nay? 

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Radio Naturopath Episode 402: Herbs and Foods for High Blood Pressure and Heart Health

This week in our series about cardiovascular health, we talked about herbs and foods that can lower blood pressure. A lot of foods have properties that are similar to calcium channel blockers, like the commonly prescribed amlodipine. Magnesium, eugenol from thyme, and celery seed all have constituents that has those properties! Other herbs are diuretic or nitric oxide enhancers, and still more reduce inflammation and aid with strengthening blood vessels. They all help!

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Radio Naturopath Episode 212: Natural Dental Hygiene; How Much Protein Should You Eat?

Since I had my dental checkup today, I talked about basic dental hygiene practices, why they're important, and some new stuff I learned today! Like flossing with cardamom and also calcium phosphate paste, and making sure to drink WATER after eating sweets. And brush your teeth or at least clear your mouth last thing before going to sleep! Also, a protein calculator, and the protein content of various foods, vegan and not!

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