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May 16
5m 38s

The ROOT CAUSE of High Blood Pressure

DR. ERIC BERG
About this episode

High blood pressure is not a disease! Learn how to lower blood pressure with dietary changes and increased intake of specific nutrients that act as natural blood pressure remedies in the body. Address the root cause of hypertension rather than just treating the symptoms.


0:00 Introduction: What causes high blood pressure?

1:15 Blood pressure explained

2:10 How to lower blood pressure and address nutritional deficiencies

2:38 Natural blood pressure remedies

4:33 Fixing insulin resistance to lower blood pressure



Over 90% of hypertension is labeled as having an unknown cause, which is very profitable for drug companies.


The endothelial layer of your arteries has insulin receptors. When these receptors are damaged, your blood pressure can increase.


Too much insulin allows too much calcium to enter the cells, so calcium channel blockers are often used to lower high blood pressure. However, the connection between insulin resistance and high blood pressure is usually ignored.


A protective shield called the glycocalyx typically covers the endothelial tissue on the inside of your arteries. When this shield becomes damaged, it can cause a cascade of problems, including cellular damage, inflammation, calcium buildup, and excess clotting. The glycocalyx is vulnerable to damage from glucose and fructose.


A low-carb diet and intermittent fasting can help you get healthy and lower your blood pressure quickly. Insulin resistance creates serious nutritional deficiencies that must also be addressed to lower blood pressure.


To help reverse high blood pressure, increase the following nutrients:

•Vitamin D

•Magnesium glycinate

•Potassium

•Sulfur


To fix insulin resistance and lower blood pressure, it’s important to avoid carbohydrates, sugar, starch, and seed oils. Remember that it may take a few weeks to notice blood pressure changes. A food log can help keep you on track.


If your blood pressure is decreasing, but you notice that the top number remains high, focus on reducing stress. Ensure you sleep enough, take long walks, or try ashwagandha to lower your stress levels.


Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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