Question About My Health

[muhu11]

Hello, So I am diabetes type 2 and my weight is 112 KG, Height is 182CM, I am 16 almost 17 Years old.
So I am overweight and I know it, I started I diet 1 month ago and its going good, I lost 5 KG so far.
And recently my doctor and parents said that my blood pressure is high? So I am getting around
145/80 - 150/95 Blood Pressure,  I want to know if this really is high and whats causing this?
Thanks.

[bruff19]

Your blood pressure is high due to you being overweight and diabetes can impair circulation too. You should consider a low salt diet if you are not already on it, and drink plenty of water (no sodas or fruit juices unless your blood sugar level is below 70.)

[bruff19]

exercise will also help with your blood pressure. You should walk about 30 minutes for at least 3 times a week. Just be sure to check your blood glucose levels before you walk and to have a sugary snack with you just in case you feel symptoms of your blood sugar dropping.

[MHEditor]

Here is some advice from our app Sugar Sense and MedHelp.org on foods to eat and to avoid to help with high blood pressure. Good luck getting it down to a healthier level!

http://www.medhelp.org/heart-disease/articles/Best-Foods-for-Blood-Pressure/2518

http://www.medhelp.org/heart-disease/articles/3-Worst-Foods-for-Hypertension/2504
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[Super_sally888]

Hi,

normal blood pressure is typically less than 120 / 80.  So you are a bit high.

Losing weight (are you eating lower carb or just restricting calories), and taking some regular daily exercise (even walking) should also help with managing this.

[muhu11]

i am restricting calories right now, Not eating something special