blood pressure – DR. Said Sokhandan, N.D. https://drsokhandan.com Naturopathic physician as a Primary Care Provider. Sun, 20 Sep 2020 05:39:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.3.3 https://drsokhandan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cropped-logo-32x32.jpg blood pressure – DR. Said Sokhandan, N.D. https://drsokhandan.com 32 32 Obesity https://drsokhandan.com/obesity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obesity Sun, 30 Aug 2020 08:35:04 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=2005 The term Obesity is applied to persons who are more than 20% above their recommended body weight as measured by Body Mass Index. Another means of determining Obesity is the Waist-to-Hip Ratio. approximately 35% of Men and 40%.women in US. A healthy body fat percentage for women is 21% to 35% and for men a healthy body fat percentage is 12% to 25%. One pound of human body fat contains 3,500 calories. In the USA, approximately 21% – 24% of children are obese or overweight. The ideal body water percentage for men ranges from 50% to 65% for women ranges from 45% to 60%. Approximately 7% of the world’s total population is obese.

Causes of Obesity
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highGlycemic Index  diet may increase the risk of Obesity
Excessive consumption of fried Frying foods and Fast food due to high calories.
Binge Eating.
Excessive consumption of Simple Sugar (Glucose,  Sucrose and Fructose).
Excessive consumption of dietary Carbohydrates
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.Excessive consumption of Dietary Fats.
Excess consumption of calories increase the risk of Obesity.
– Trans-Fatty Acids may increase the size and quantity of Adipose Tissue (body Fat).
Environmental toxin exposure like (Bisphenol A) may contribute to Obesity.
Excessive consumption of Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) may cause Obesity.
High levels of Cortisol contribute to the development of Obesity.
Elevated Insulin levels and Insulin Resistance  may increase the risk of Obesity.
Excessive production/release of Prolactin may contribute to Obesity.
High levels of Reverse T3 may cause Obesity.
Excessive Zinc has been associated with Obesity.

Obesity may cause;
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May increases the risk for Hypertension (high Blood Pressure).
May increase the risk of Cardiovascular Diseases.
May increase the risk for Ischemic Heart Disease.
May increase the risk of (ischemic) Stroke.
May increase the risk of Pulmonary Hypertension.
 May increase the risk of Atherosclerosis.
 May increase the risk of Varicose Veins.
May increase the risk of Kidney disease and Kidney Stones.
May impair Immune system that May increase the risk of Viral diseases and Bacterial infections.
May increase the risk of some forms of Cancer (breast Cancer, cervical Cancer,  Uterus, Endometrial, Ovarian, Prostate,
Pancreatic, Skin…….)
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May increase the risk of elevated serum Cholesterol levels and lower HDL Cholesterol.
may increase the risk for developing Diabetes Mellitus Type 2.
May increase the risk of Backache and Knee Pain.
May increase the risk of Osteoarthritis.
May cause Carbohydrate Cravings.
May increase the risk of Gout.
May increase the risk of Depression (due to increased Cortisol causing Serotonin depletion).
May  increases the risk of Sleep Apnea.
May increase the risk of Asthma.
 may increase the risk of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) (approximately 40% of PCOS patients are overweight).
may increase Uric Acid levels.

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Headaches https://drsokhandan.com/migraines/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=migraines Sun, 30 Aug 2020 08:30:05 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=2001 Headaches is common Pain or discomfort in head or neck region. Headache is a symptom of Diseases and not a Disease, which been caused by.
Migraine is a type of recurrent, throbbing, vascular Headache that affect 10% of the population (18% of women and 6%of men).
Cluster Headache is a type of Headache that persists for several minutes to several hours each episode and they can be regularly for weeks or months.

These Substances may Cause Headaches
– High Blood Pressure
Benign Intracranial Hypertension)
– Caffeine withdrawal
– aspartame
(artifical sweetener)
– Ethanol of Alcohol
may trigger Headaches in persons with Histamine Intolerance
– Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) 
by over-stimulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain.
– Tyramine found in certain foods and Medications called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) block monoamine oxidase
That can trigger Headache.
– Electromagnetic Radiation (Microwaves, Cell-phones)
– Hormones 
imbalance
– Stress
Concussion
Hypothyroidism
– 
Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Fibromyalgia – approximately up to 70% of Fibromyalgia patients experience Headaches (or Migraines)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
 (CFS)
excessive release of ArachidonicAcid from Cell Membranes
Intestinal Permeability can be an underlying cause of Headaches (especially when Headaches occur after eating)
Excessive proliferation of Candida albicans (when it enters the bloodstream)
– Celiac Disease may result in Inflammation in the Brain that leads to Headaches
Infection Headaches occur as a result of Infection  – Sinusitis is the most common trigger.
– Pharmaceutical Drugs
– Recreational Drugs
Excessive dosages of Vitamin A
over 100 mg of  Vitamin B3 may cause Headaches in some people
Excessive consumption o fVitamin D

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Thyroid https://drsokhandan.com/thyroid/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thyroid Wed, 26 Aug 2020 09:04:34 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=1966 Thyroid

Thyroid is a  of endocrine system located in the front of the neck that has two lobes, one on either side of the Larynx. Thyroid Hormones determine the body’s Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and responsible for the production and secretion of Thyroxine (T4) and  Triiodothyronine (T3) and T3 stimulate the production of energy (Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) in the Mitochondria of Cells). . Over active Thyroids  may cause Atrial Fibrillation. Thyroid Hormones may help to prevent many types of Cardiovascular Diseases and are involved in the preservation of Cardiovascular function. Thyroid Hormones are essential for Growth in children(Growth cannot occur in low production of Thyroid Hormones).

Function of Thyroid Hormones
May stimulate the production of Antibody.
Stimulate the body’s utilization of Oxygen.
 May help to prevent Obesity  by stimulating the production and activity of Uncoupling Proteins.
– May alleviate Depression (Triiodothyronine (T3), used in conjunction with Pharmaceutical Antidepressants).
– Optimal levels of Thyroid Hormones are required to maintain normal Memory function.
– Thyroid Hormones regulate the release of Human Growth Hormone (hGH).

Substances may Stimulate the Production of Thyroid Hormones
 Tyrosine is essential for the production of Thyroid Hormones.
– Beta-carotene concentrates in and may enhance the function of the Thyroid.
– Iodine is the most important nutrient for Thyroid health – 20% of the body’s Iodine concentrates in the Thyroid Gland and Excess Iodine may   cause Hypothyroidism.
– Zinc may improve the function of the Thyroid Gland.
– Vitamin A is required for the optimal function of the Thyroid and Thyroid malfunction may occur as a result of Vitamin A deficiency.
– Vitamin B2 is required for the function of Thyroid gland.

Substances that may be Toxic to the Thyroid
– Aluminium
– Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) 
some can food and Chinese food.
Soybeans may inhibit the production of Thyroid Hormones and  may increase the risk of Hypothyroidism. Feeding Soy Milk to infants
may increase their risk of Hypothyroidism.
Excessive Stress may cause Hypothyroidism.
– Hypochlorhydria  (Low acid of stomach) may cause Hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism can cause Those Aliments

 May increase the risk of Atherosclerosis
May increase the risk of Heart Attack.
May increase the risk of some Cardiovascular Diseases (Hypothyroidism patients generally exhibit elevated LDL Cholesterol and Lipoprotein (a) levels).
 May increase the risk of Hypertension.
  May increase the risk of Stroke.
  May cause impaired function of the Kidneys.
 May cause Constipation (this occurs from a reduction in peristalsis).
 May impair the function of the Immune System.
– 
May increase levels of serum Cholesterol, TriglyceridesLDL and Lipoprotein (a) levels.
– Fatigue 
 is one of the principal symptoms of Hypothyroidism.
–  Obesity may be attributable to the reduced Basal Metabolic Rate that results from Hypothyroidism.
 May cause Low Body Temperature.
May cause Muscle weakness and muscle Cramps.
May increase the risk of Osteoporosis.
May cause Depression and Anxiety.
May cause an Headaches.
May cause Hair Loss, Dry Hair and Brittle Hair.

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Progesterone https://drsokhandan.com/progesterone/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=progesterone Sat, 22 Aug 2020 08:35:59 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=1936 Progesterone is a Sexual Steroid Hormone secreted by the Ovaries, Placenta and in small amounts by the Adrenal Cortex and in males the Testes. Progesterone is a female hormone, which is a great factor for the regulation of ovulation and menstruation and excessive or prolonged bleeding during Menstruation) is often caused by sub-optimal Progesterone levels, in many female Low serum Progesterone levels may cause Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS). The female body’s endogenous production of Progesterone falls to zero (or very close to zero) during and for some time prior to Menopause (Female).
Progesterone may help to prevent many types of Cardiovascular Diseases (due to its ability to minimize risk factors for Cardiovascular Diseases such as elevated LDL Cholesterol, lowered HDL Cholesterol and elevated Triglycerides levels).
Progesterone may help to prevent High Blood Pressure (by facilitating the excretion of excessive Sodium from the body).
Progesterone may facilitate recovery from (ischemic) Stroke.
Progesterone as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRP) is poorly absorbed when administered orally. Exogenous Progesterone as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRP) is absorbed extremely efficiently through the Skin (in the form of a topically applied cream). The site of topical application of Progesterone should be rotated between the Breasts, Abdomen and Thighs in order to avoid over-saturation of any given region.

Biological Function of Progesterone
1- May help to prevent Heart Attack.
2- May help to prevent High Blood Pressure.
3- May help to facilitate recovery from Stroke (ischemic).
4- May protect against the Hair Loss.
5- May help to prevent Cancer – Uterus, Breast and Endometrium.
6- May inhibit the growth of Cancer – Prostate cells (by inhibiting the conversion of Testosterone to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) by  inhibit the activity of 5 Alpha-Reductase.
7- May lower elevated serum Triglycerides,, Cholesterol, LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) and may increase HDL(High Density Lipoprotein).

8- May prevent and possibly revers Osteoporosis (by stimulating Osteoblast activity), Osteoblast-mediated Bone formation.
9- May facilitate the excretion of excessive Sodium  from the body (due to Progesterone competing with Aldosterone for occupancy of the Kidneys)
10-  may facilitate the formation and maintenance of Myelin Sheets.
11- Decline in Progesterone production may be involved in Postpartum – Depression.
12- may alleviate and may help to prevent some forms of Depression.
13- may help to restore normal Sleep cycles.
14- may alleviate Ovarian Cysts.
15- may alleviate Uterine fibroids (by counteracting the estrogens dominance that is the underlying cause of many cases of Uterine Fibroids).

Substances may Enhance the Function of Progesterone
1- Prolactin
stimulates the production of Progesterone within the Ovaries
2- (LH) Luteinzing Hormone stimulates the Corpus Luteum during the Luteal Phase of the Menstrual Cycle to produce Progesterone
3- Vitamin C may increase Progesterone production in Luteal Phase Defect patients
4- Vitamin E
5- Vitamin B6
6- Vitamin B5
7- The Retinoic acid form of Vitamin A may enhance the production of Pregnenolone in the Central Nervous System.

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Testosterone https://drsokhandan.com/testosterone/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=testosterone Wed, 19 Aug 2020 05:58:55 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=1866 Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and Anabolic steroid hormone and naturally occurring that produced by men’s testes. Men with high blood pressure may have low Testosterone as men with normal blood pressure. Low Testosterone may increase risk of type 2 Diabetes in men as Testosterone help blood sugar levels.

Substance Enhance the Production or Function of Testosterone
1- Amino AcidALC; (Acetyl-L-Carnitine) and Aspartic-Acid

2- Hormon
– DHEA; (Dehydroepiandrosterone) may increase the serum levels of Testosterone in men to levels equal to those of younger men.
– Insulin; May lower SHBG (sex Hormone Binding Globulin) levels (causing a rise in the quantity of “free”
Testosterone available for uptake into tissues).
– LH; (Luteinizing hormone) stimulates the production of Testosterone by the Leydig Cells of the Testicles.
– Progesterone; May inhibit the conversion of Testosterone to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) (by inhibiting the activity of
– (5-Alpha Reductase), the enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of Testosterone to DHT.

3- Essential Fatty Acid
– Omega-3 Fatty Acid; May stimulate the Leydig Cells of the Testicles to synthesize Testosterone.
– Monounsaturated Fatty Acids; May increase endogenous Testosterone levels.
– Phytosterols and Beta-Sitosterol; May inhibit the conversion of Testosterone to Dihydrotestosterone and Estradiol (by inhibiting
the 5-Alpha Reductase and Aromatase enzymes):

4- Vitamin
– A, C, D, and E

5- Minral
– Magnesium
Zinc
– Potassium
– Boron

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Omega-3 https://drsokhandan.com/omega-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=omega-3 Wed, 12 Aug 2020 08:43:10 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=1758 Omega-3 Fatty Acids also called omega-3 oil they play an important role in human physiology and diet.

Three type of Omega-3  
1– Alpha-LInolenic acid (ALA) Fund in plant oils edible seeds (walnuts, Flaxseed, Hemp….).
2- Ecosapentaenoic Acid in marine oils ( fish, Krill, Eggs and certain Algae).
3- Docosahexaaenoic Acid in marine oils ( fish, Krill, Eggs and certain Algae) .         

Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty acid
1- May Prevent Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) by inhibiting the production of Apoprotein (a) (Apo (a)). 
2- May Prevent High blood pressure
3- May Prevent Atherosclerosis
4- May Prevent Heart Attack
5- May Prevent Strok
6- reduce the Inflammation associated with Colitis 
7- May Prevent Crohn’s Disease
8- Prevent Gallstones
9- may help to prevent Age- Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
10- may help to prevent and treat Autoimmune Disease
11- may help to prevent Fatty Liver 
12- may lower elevated serum Triglycerides levels.
13- May lower elevated Homocysteine

Fish high in Omega-3 Fatty Acid
1- King Salmon
2- Mackerel
3- Herring
4- Sardines
5- Trout
6- Tuna

Fish Oils may Counteract Potentially Toxic effects of:
1- 
 May inhibit the excessive production of Cytokines (Interleukin 1, Interleukin 6, and Tumor Necrosis Factor).
2- May reduce Creatine Phosphokinase  (CPK) levels in persons who undertake intensive exercise.
3- May inhibit the ability of (mental) stress to increase Cortiso levels. 
4- May help to reduce the toxic side effects of Anti Cancer Medicinal Drug.
5-
May lower C-Reactive Protein levels.
6-  May lower the body’s production of Archidonic acid.
7-
may lower elevated Fibrinogen levels. 
8- May help to prevent Alcoholl-induced Fatty Liver
9- may lower elevated serum Triglycerides and increase HDL levels in tobacco smokers.

Toxic Effects of Fish Oils
1-
May cause Diarrhea in some people.
2-
May cause temporary Gastrointestinal discomfort in some people. 
3- May increaseLDL Cholesterol levels (12grams /day) that may cause the depletion of Vitamin E.

 

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Blueberry https://drsokhandan.com/blueberry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=blueberry Sat, 08 Aug 2020 07:15:39 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=1637 Blueberries powerful Antioxidant properties of the Polyphenol may retard the progression of the aging process 
Blueberries may help to prevent Atherosclerosis and  reduce the Heart damage that occurs subsequent to Hearth Attack.
Blueberries may be an effective remedy for many cases of diarrhea (due to the ability of the Anthocyanosides in Blueberries to kill many of the Detrimental Bacteria, especially Eschericia coli, that cause Diarrhea.

Nutrition Facts of Blueberry
Blueberries are low in calories and fat, and provide good amounts of healthy fiber.

A 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving of raw blueberries has Calories: 57

Water: 84%
Protein: 0.7 grams
Carbs: 14.5 grams
Sugar: 10 grams
Fiber: 2.4 gram
Fat: 0.3 grams

Carbs in Blueberries 
Blueberries primarily consist of 14% Carb, 84% water and small amounts of protein and fat.
Most of the carbs come from simple sugars, and blueberries also contain some fiber.
The blueberries have a score of 53 ( GI ) glycemic index, which measures how quickly certain foods raise the blood sugar levels that can be safe for diabetic people.

Fiber In Blueberries 
Fiber is an important part of a daily diets. Fiber may have protective effects against various diseases.
One cup of blueberries 148 grams can only provides 3.6 grams of fiber, and 16% of the carb content in these berries comes in the form of fiber.

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oats https://drsokhandan.com/oats/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=oats Fri, 07 Aug 2020 05:07:22 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=1626 Oats 

Oats (Avena sativa) are a whole-grain cereal that are a very good source of fiber, especially beta glucan, and are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Whole oats are the only food source of Avenanthramides, a unique group of antioxidants believed to protect against heart disease, blood pressure and other benefits, such as lowering blood sugar.
Oats may lower total serum Cholesterol levels by washing away Bile Acids in the Digestive Tract that would otherwise be converted to Cholesterol, also lower total serum Triglyceride level.

Nutrition facts
The nutrition facts for 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of raw oats have:Calories: 389

Water: 8%
Protein: 16.9 grams
Carbs: 66.3 grams
Sugar: 0 grams
Fiber: 10.6 grams
Fat: 6.9 grams

Carbs
Carbs make up 66% of oats by dry weight. About 11% of the carbs is fiber, while 85% is starch. Oats are very low in sugar, with only 1% coming from sucrose.

Fiber
Oats are rich in a specific type of fiber called beta-glucan. This particular type of fiber is known to help lower levels of bad cholesterol. One cup (81 grams) of dry oats contains 7mg of fiber, the recommended daily intake of fiber for women is 26 grams and for men 39 grams.

Vitamins / Minerals
100 grams contain has 297 calories.

  1. 6% vitamin B6 
  2. 14% Folate
  3. 5% Niacin
  4. 9% Riboflavin
  5. 50% Thiamine
  6. 53% Magnesium 
  7. 12% Pantothenic acid
  8. 29% Iron
  9. 240% Manganese
  10. 12% Potassium 
  11. 52% potassium 
  12. 42% Copper
  13. 26% Zinc

Amino Acid

Tryptophan
Leucine
Icoleucine
Lysine
Methionine
Phenylalanine
Tyrosine
Valine
Glycine
Arginine
Alanine
Proline
Serine

Lipids
Omega-3    0.11%
Omega-6    2.42%
Monounsaturated  2.17%
Saturated       1.21%

Toxic effects
Celiac Disease patients should avoid Oates and Oats-containing of oats (Due to the Gluten and Avenin content of oats).

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Top 10 foods that lower Blood pressure https://drsokhandan.com/top-10-food-that-lowering-blood-pressure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-10-food-that-lowering-blood-pressure Wed, 05 Aug 2020 04:58:44 +0000 http://drsokhandan.com/?p=1611 Top 10 foods that lower Blood pressure

1- Blueberry

2Oats

3- Walnuts

4- Pomegranate

5- Fish (omega-3)

6- Olive oil (omega-6)

7- Celery

8- Banana

9- Garlic

10- Avocado

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