THE BLOOD PRESSURE MISTAKE THAT GETS HEALTHY PEOPLE MEDICATED

30-Day The Drainage Protocol; https://laurachen.gumroad.com/l/drainage-protocol The number on the cuff is not always your real blood pressure — and for many adults over 60, a single mismeasured reading has led to a diagnosis they may not have. In this video we unpack why office readings run high, what white-coat (and masked) hypertension really mean, and the step-by-step way to find your true number at home. Always speak with your own clinician before changing anything. 📚 Sources American Heart Association — measurement errors (cuff over clothing, talking, etc.): https://www.heart.org/en/news/2018/05/10/are-blood-pressure-measurement-mistakes-making-you-chronically-ill American Heart Association — the rules for measuring BP (rest, posture, crossed legs): https://www.heart.org/en/news/2024/06/25/the-rules-for-measuring-blood-pressure-and-why-they-exist American Heart Association — home blood pressure monitoring (two readings, validated device): https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings/monitoring-your-blood-pressure-at-home Mayo Clinic — get the most out of home BP monitoring: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/in-depth/high-blood-pressure/art-20047889 American Medical Association — 5 mmHg error & misclassification: https://www.ama-assn.org/public-health/prevention-wellness/4-big-ways-bp-measurement-goes-wrong-and-how-tackle-them NIH/NCBI (SONIC study) — white-coat & masked patterns in older adults: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9078792/ ⚕️ DISCLAIMER The information in this video is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Always speak with your doctor before starting any new diet, supplement, or exercise routine, and never stop or change prescribed medications without medical guidance. Individual results vary, and certain conditions require direct clinical evaluation. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, contact your local emergency services immediately. #HealthAfter60 #SeniorHealth #HealthyAging #NaturalHealing #DrLauraChen