Bonus Episode: Treating High Blood Pressure at the UltraWellness Center

In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Mark Hyman and Dr. Cindy Geyer discuss the increasing prevalence of high blood pressure and how functional medicine can address its root causes. They explore modifiable factors such as genetics, diet, weight gain, insulin resistance, sleep quality, endothelial dysfunction, gut microbiome health, and toxic exposures. Dr. Geyer presents a patient case to illustrate how a deeper dive into an individual's biology can uncover treatable factors driving hypertension, including prediabetes, sleep apnea, nutritional deficiencies, and environmental toxins. They emphasize the importance of personalized approaches, considering genetic predispositions, lifestyle, and other factors to optimize vascular health and prevent related chronic diseases. The conversation also covers diagnostic tests, nutritional supplements, and lifestyle modifications to manage blood pressure effectively.