Managing your blood pressure can take multiple things working together as a well oiled machine. This can be a combination of medications, food choices, hydration, and exercise. Did you also know that relaxation techniques can play a vital role in blood pressure management as well? Let’s dive into how relaxation can help manage hypertension and how you can apply simple practices to see results.  How does relaxing make my blood pressure go down? Great question! …

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Last month, we shared some hurricane preparedness tips like shelf-stable foods and some helpful tips for preparation. Now, we want to talk about all things safety. Storms can be unpredictable, changing speed, size, and direction on a dime. They can also cause a great deal of damage, fast. Let’s discuss ways you can prepare to stay safe when a storm hits.  Prepare a First Aid Kit Have an Emergency Plan Know Your Area Stock Safety …

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Summer has arrived! Summer in Florida comes with relaxation and a plethora of fun activities and events. However, it also comes with many risks to be aware of and proactive in avoiding. Listed below are 6 summer safety tips. “How often do you water your plants? It can be complicated. You have to ask a few questions:  Under watering plants can be just as dangerous as over watering them as well. The same goes for …

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Preparing meals and snacks ahead of time not only saves time, but can save money and lead to healthier choices and habits. The beauty of meal prepping is that it is completely customizable to your specific dietary needs and preferences and can be designed to fit into your schedule. Listed below are some helpful tips and tricks to setting yourself up for successful meal prepping. Meal Prepping Cooking Gadgets There are a plethora of devices …

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June 1st marks the start of hurricane season and preparing is vital for Floridians. Preparations when the storm is upon us can include filling sandbags, boarding up windows, checking insurance coverage, refilling medications, and the oh-so-stressful grocery store run. But did you know that there are things you can do to prepare at the start of the season? Creating a stock of shelf-stable foods and emergency supplies can help to reduce the stress around storm …

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Is White Coat Syndrome real? Yes! Let’s set the scene: You are at your appointment and the Medical Assistant calls you back. They take your vitals and your blood pressure comes back high. The first thought you may have is “Oh no! My readings at home are normally lower than this. Do I have high blood pressure now?” Not necessarily. This is a prime example of what White Coat Syndrome looks like! Let’s investigate this …

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