Free Blood Pressure Video Guide
How can I lower my blood pressure through lifestyle changes?
Is it safe to exercise with high blood pressure? Do I need to go to the emergency room with a high blood pressure reading? In this free, educational video guide, Dr. Finlay answers common blood pressure questions and shares his perspectives as a hypertension (high blood pressure) specialist on how individuals can control their blood pressure through high-yield lifestyle adjustments.
ABOUT Dr. Finlay
Dr. Finlay is a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist (FRCPC) and a Certified Hypertension Specialist (CHS) who serves as the Medical Director of Almira Medical and the Toronto Hypertension Clinic. In his practice, Dr. Finlay has helped thousands of individuals regain control over their blood pressure and take further action to protect against heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and dementia.
Disclaimer
The following material is intended for general medical education purposes and not as individualized medical advice. Discuss with your physician or book a consultation with Dr. Finlay to learn more.
Part 1 – Introduction
Part 2 – Understanding Your Blood Pressure
- What is blood pressure, what is a “normal” blood pressure, and what is considered hypertension?
- What are the long-term risks of untreated hypertension?
- How does blood pressure change with age?
- How does blood pressure fluctuate throughout the day and night?
- What are the symptoms of high or low blood pressure? Are they reliable?
Part 3 – Blood Pressure Measurement Dos and Don’ts
Part 4 – Exercise: The Best Longevity Drug
Part 5 – Living the DASH Diet Life
Part 6 – Cut or Substitute the Salt
Part 7 – Controlling Your Weight
Part 8 – Cut Out Toxins
Part 9 – Sleep, Stress & Blood Pressure
Part 10 – The Role of Medication
- Introducing Dr. Finlay – Internal Medicine & Hypertension Specialist.
- Controlling your blood pressure through lifestyle adjustments.
- What is blood pressure, what is a “normal” blood pressure, and what is considered hypertension?
- What are the long-term risks of untreated hypertension?
- How does blood pressure change with age?
- How does blood pressure fluctuate throughout the day and night?
- What are the symptoms of high or low blood pressure? Are they reliable?
- How is blood pressure properly measured?
- What effect do stress and anxiety have on blood pressure readings?
- When should you go to the emergency department with a high blood pressure reading?
- What effect does regular exercise have on reducing blood pressure?
- Is it safe to exercise with high blood pressure?
- How often should you exercise with high blood pressure?
- What is the DASH diet and how much does it reduce blood pressure?
- What foods are part of the DASH Diet?
- How does dietary potassium affect blood pressure?
- What is the impact of fibre and ultra-processed foods on blood pressure?
- Is there any benefit with garlic or beets for blood pressure?
- How does sodium affect blood pressure, and what is the daily recommended limit?
- Is Himalayan salt, Kosher salt or Celtic Sea salt any better for blood pressure?
- What foods have high hidden sodium content?
- Are potassium-containing salt substitutes any better for blood pressure?
- What effect does weight loss have on reducing blood pressure?
- Will GLP-1 agonists such as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro reduce the need for blood pressure medication?
- What effect does smoking have on blood pressure?
- What are the alcohol limits with high blood pressure?
- What other toxins or substances should I avoid with high blood pressure?
- What effect does sleep deprivation have on high blood pressure?
- What effect does high psychological stress have on high blood pressure and how can you address it?
- When is medication necessary with high blood pressure?
- What other medical conditions can cause high blood pressure?
- What is the goal of blood pressure medication?
- What factors should be considered in choosing blood pressure medication?
- Introducing Dr. Finlay – Internal Medicine & Hypertension Specialist.
- Controlling your blood pressure through lifestyle adjustments.
- What is blood pressure, what is a “normal” blood pressure, and what is considered hypertension?
- What are the long-term risks of untreated hypertension?
- How does blood pressure change with age?
- How does blood pressure fluctuate throughout the day and night?
- What are the symptoms of high or low blood pressure? Are they reliable?
- How is blood pressure properly measured?
- What effect do stress and anxiety have on blood pressure readings?
- When should you go to the emergency department with a high blood pressure reading?
- What effect does regular exercise have on reducing blood pressure?
- Is it safe to exercise with high blood pressure?
- How often should you exercise with high blood pressure?
- What is the DASH diet and how much does it reduce blood pressure?
- What foods are part of the DASH Diet?
- How does dietary potassium affect blood pressure?
- What is the impact of fibre and ultra-processed foods on blood pressure?
- Is there any benefit with garlic or beets for blood pressure?
- How does sodium affect blood pressure, and what is the daily recommended limit?
- Is Himalayan salt, Kosher salt or Celtic Sea salt any better for blood pressure?
- What foods have high hidden sodium content?
- Are potassium-containing salt substitutes any better for blood pressure?
- What effect does weight loss have on reducing blood pressure?
- Will GLP-1 agonists such as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro reduce the need for blood pressure medication?
- What effect does smoking have on blood pressure?
- What are the alcohol limits with high blood pressure?
- What other toxins or substances should I avoid with high blood pressure?
- What effect does sleep deprivation have on high blood pressure?
- What effect does high psychological stress have on high blood pressure and how can you address it?
- When is medication necessary with high blood pressure?
- What other medical conditions can cause high blood pressure?
- What is the goal of blood pressure medication?
- What factors should be considered in choosing blood pressure medication?
- Introducing the Virtual Longevity Consultation with Dr. Finlay.
- Introducing other comprehensive health services offered by Almira Medical.
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