Said it before, with the Plandemic and 90% of physicians violating their oath to do no harm...I will push daisies before I go to a mainstream (pharma paid for) physician again.
When a doctor recommended that I take that Covid vaccine, that was the last time I trusted a doctor. They stand to lose their medical license if they do not recommend that Covid vaccine. .
Absolutely you don’t know if your standing in front of a witch or witch doctor .Did you see or hear about the doctor who got caught putting poison in patients IV ‘s
I agree with you. I only go if it is absolutely necessary. Completely no trust after the unnecessary Covid shots forced on us. So many damaged people. Shameful.
Keep in mind B.R.A.I.N when offered any medication. Ask: What are the Benefits? What are the Risks? What are the Alternatives? What does your Intuition tell you? What happens if I do Nothing?
When a drug-pushing psychiatrist wanted me to "take a tablet" for him, I should have trusted my instincts and flushed said-medications down the toilet.
No, this doctor won’t comply with their agenda. I’d rather he inform us as he’s currently doing rather than get mixed up with the pressures they’d put on him to conform.
On my last visit to the doctor I turned down 2 medical interventions, A. Covid Vax, and B. Statins. Thank you Dr Dhand for your ongoing work. Well done!
Wow, me too. I absolutely do not want any Covid jabs for obvious reasons. I suffered a fractured skull last March because of a fainting episode from dehydration through Norovirus. I was in a brain trauma unit for six weeks, but I have bounced back. I am now being hounded to take Statins even though all of my bloods, including Cholesterol are normal. They can Shove them Statins 🖕
I am with you brother. I am 79 and I do not take anything. Have you noticed that when you tell friends, family or heaven forbid a doctor, they all try to scare you?
Most of the heart meds are total fraud. Many, like cholesterol meds cause you to age faster (they turn off hormone production). To top it off, the cardiology bureaucrats are lying about lab thresholds. It's total fraud. Greed is Good!
Why do you think that? My blood pressure is very high and almost uncontrollable. Blood tests are ok, CT scans show arteries that look 20 years old (I'm 65). BMI and waist are perfect, condition is better than very good. BP between 150/80 and 200/100 and even higher, with (!) ACE inhibitors. Heart rate in rest: 39 to 42, while exercising (biking or swimming) almost impossible to get it over 100BPM. Don't eat processed food, cook meals every day. So, a healthy lifestyle is not always the answer.
@@giorgiocooper9023 very high... At the doctor we measured once 240/120. My own Omron displays many times EE, which means > 200. After a while, while laying, it goes down slowly to about 160/95
I am 67 years old and take no medication at all. Yes, other than arthritis, I feel better than I have when I was taking prescriptions. When I was going to a doctor who wanted to give me a prescription, I asked him what it was for, what are side effects and how long has it been on the market. If he can't answer my questions, I do not take. I ask for alternatives but have found most of the time the doctor is not willing to give alternatives. I thank him when I leave, stop at the front desk and tell them not to call the prescription into pharmacy as I will not be interested in it. Leaves them stunned. Only once has doctor ever called me to question why. Thanks, Dr. for verifying what I feel, too.
Exactly the same age as you. I have avoided my doctor for at least 6 years, and plan never again - touch wood - to grace his with my presence waiting room (unless I break a leg). I'm sorry to hear of your arthritis.
My mom is a three time cancer survivor, she just turned 71 and doesn’t take any meds but she does have a puffer that she might only use 4/5 times a year. I’m 50 and a cancer patient and I don’t take anything. I think we’re doing pretty good
At 70 I do not take any Meds, this is from me taking my healthcare into my own hands and listening to Drs such as you. My Primary Healthcare Pharma Salesperson has tried to prescribe a boatload, they do not even care about older people. I removed all grains, miraculously my Gerd and IBS was cured. I went on low carb, lost weight, went off Blood Pressure Meds and my Prediabetes was cured. The in house dietician gave me a diet plan that was Calorie based, high in grains and carbs, Pitiful.
I am 79 and take nothing. I believe to this day that If I had taken that covid shot as the good doctor recommended, I would be a heart patient today or If that vaccine killed me, they would just say, "he was old and he would have died anyway".
One scrip. Not age-related. The few times I've had pain meds after surgery, I cut the pills in half. I'm one of those sensitive to meds. It's because I spent my life, NOT taking meds. Only a few times for dental work. My current doc is a Family Medicine Resident. He transfers to Philadelphia in July. I will miss him. He is from India. He listens to everything. I thank him for his patience, though Im not difficult. I just really appreciate him.
As for your medication sensitivity there's a chance you may have gene mutations that affects how you process certain meds. Some mutations can cause a very slow breakdown of certain kinds of meds so it builds up in your system. This can become deadly due to toxic poisoning.
I went in for cataract surgery recently. I was grilled incessantly about my prescription meds they could not believe I take none. After looking around the waiting room I understand. Sad.
🇬🇧 I am 70. Never been on any medication from doctor. I do take vitD, vitK2, Omega3. Paracetamol or Ibuprofen in extreme circumstances. Will not have flu jab next time if it is mRNA. Thank you for your information. I also watch Dr John Campbell. 2 trust worthy people.
Have never taken the flu "vaccine." What good does it do when it doesn't prevent getting the flu? My 89yrold mother says it just lessens the symptoms and dutifully gets everything 'they say,' including colonoscopies, and all the vaccines they recommend for the elderly.
Praising the mighty God I serve 🙌 I'm 72 and take no medication whatsoever. I do take supplements tho. 😊 I appreciate and enjoy your TRUTHFUL and educational videos. Thank you Dr Suneel 😊 Texas Nana Psalm 91
I am glad that my doctor does not push medications. I'm soon to be 64 and do not take any. I've been working out for over 40 years and eating a diet of nutrient dense food. It really is worth putting in the work and effort to take care of your health
My mother will be stopping her SSRI per her doctor. He never told her a thing about needing to wean off and not go cold turkey. As a retired RN, I knew better so will be setting up a schedule for her. Everyone needs an advocate with them at medical appointments. She doesn't want to "bother" me, but I want to go with her. Some of the medical advice she's gotten makes my head hurt!
If you love her, it's a profoundly empowering way to show it. I guarantee she wont be treated worse. It changed my mother's care when i became involved.
I am 55 and every time I go to the doctor, they want to prescribe me something. I can’t even guess how many pills I would be taking if I took everything they wanted me to. I have been pushing back, raising concerns about side effects… the P.A. I spoke with today was talking to me as though I was unreasonable for having concerns. There’s a drug for everything these days. How did our ancestors ever survive if human life is supposedly dependent on all these medications?
Golly, thanks Dr Dhand. I'm very happy that at 71 I don't take any prescription medications at all, just some supplements. Unfortunately most GPs wouldn't even know the answer to these questions. And even more sadly, most old people (and I live in a retirement village of around 350 people) seem to LOVE getting medications. They like to tell everyone just how many tablets they are taking, as some kind of badge of honour. Sadly until people realise that most of them do as much harm as good, they won't ask any questions.
I asked my GP advice on how and when to spread out the 'six' pills I take daily for my very stubborn hypertension .. I was told to experiment myself and find out what suited me best.. I was a bit surprised by this statement and should have asked : "How will I know when I get it right ? .. What signs do I look for ?" I then wrote a letter, sent recorded delivery by Royal Mail to the practice pharmacist asking the for the same advice.. That was six months ago and I still haven't had a reply. I then asked the dispensing pharmacist who told me to ask my GP. No wonder you left the UK Suneel !
Usually, pharmacists love getting asked questions about meds, at least mine do in the US. It gives them a break from just counting pills all day and questions allow them to use their knowledge.
I had the same experience where I asked the dispensing pharmacy about the side effects of the medications I was prescribed and the pharmacist told me to ask my doctor. This is in US.
Good luck getting answers to these questions. Most of the doctors are clueless. What's more, every person is different. Some drugs will work fine for some people and send others to the ER. Every drug that you get with prescription or without will come with some bad side effect, no exceptions. Same thing with vitamins. Nothing comes without the price. The more you take the bigger your chance of getting in trouble. Most people in other countries take no daily medication, and live longer. Decision is yours... and yours only. Do you want to keep taking drugs that don't cure anything, or change your life style and be rid of them?
Last year, at age 68, I went to the pharmacy to pick up the meds for my seasonal allergies. The pharmacist told me that I really shouldn't be taking it, as it was a "first generation" antihistamine and had lots of side effects for people my age. My doctor never mentioned this to me! I didn't take the meds. Closed my windows, bought air purifiers, and made it through spring with no medication! That's my plan for this allergy season too. My doctor has never asked me if I take any supplements either. Luckily, I am healthy and take no other medications.
We all have to have an epiphany before we realize that we can't trust most doctors. I spent many years doing everything doctors told me to do. But, for the last ten years or so, I've gotten tough with them because they will try to scare seniors.
@@324cmac I saw a specialist today and she was quite forceful about my taking a med that I didn’t want to take. I don’t need to be spoken to in an authoritative manner, I’m too old for that.
I have horrible allergies that last from April to December, so I was happy that while wearing a mask all the time during Covid I didn't have any allergy symptoms. They are back since wearing a mask has pretty much stopped.
I suggested to the consultant physician who prescribed antihistamine that it could be a bad idea for this octogenarian , he dismissed my concern out of hand.
Very good advice doctor. I am 71 and like a lot of people on here I am medication free. Be your own advocate regarding your own health. Eat well and be mindful of what you are eating. Keep your body and mind fit and active. Get out in the fresh air, move your body. Finally social interaction is so importa.Keep up with family friends and social groups and finally try new thing's.
Friends have disappointed me the last few years so I’m fine mostly just with my puppy and husband. A couple nice friends who I occasionally visit with. I like my own company much better lol!😅
That was so true in the past but over the last 10 yrs the pharmacists only respond by telling us to ask our doctors. They refuse to give any advice. Thankfully I don't need medication at this time.
Like the other commenter said, not all pharmacists are helpful or at least for the last 10 years. I ‘ve asked the dispensing pharmacy one time what are the side effects and adverse reactions of the medications I was prescribed and the answer was “ask your doctor”.
I'm a 78 yr old female and I won't even take an advil. I haven't taken a prescription drug since I stopped taking my birth control pills over 25 years ago. I haven't been to a doctor since I retired. And I have never used my Medicare. And I'm in perfect health so far.
In the UK., the first question to ask is, is this a drug that you are being paid extra by the government to push on to your patients. My father's advice was "stay away from doctors" - and he was a GP and pharmacist!!!!! Great information and very useful
Luckily, my doctor (nurse practitioner) knows my views on healthcare and respects the fact that I will not take any medication, get tests or surgeries/procedures unless I believe it is absolutely necessary. I'm 69 years old and on no medications. I no longer get colonoscopies (in-home stool samples instead) and no longer get mammograms (do self-exams and yearly doctor manual exam) and no longer get bone density scans.
I’m trying to get off the few meds I’m on, little by little. I’ve noticed a trend wherein the doctor will try to replace the med being removed with another one. Example: Plaquenil. Doctor wants me on it and I refused. She said it’s the “safest” one. Uh, it can cause permanent eye damage! No colonoscopies or mammograms anymore. I have a standing order for a Dexascan…not sure if I should at least get a baseline. I don’t want the radiation.
@@HopefulEmpath You've got the right attitude, I think. I have osteoporosis but the first drug I took for it didn't help (One of the listed side effects was fractures! Can you believe it?) Another one I tried once made me feel horrible. Eating right. Weigh-bearing exercise. Those are the best treatments. Losing some bone density is part of natural aging. You just want to slow it down.
@@HopefulEmpaththe dexa scans are another way to scare people into taking their toxic meds. Our bones will get weaker as we age but weight bearing exercise and healthy diet certainly help.
@@sassysandie2865 You’re right! Yesterday, a specialist I saw was trying to scare me into taking a med that I don’t want to take. I just read my After Visit Notes and she wrote “I suspect she has a history of noncompliance.” Well, to heck with her! My uninformed decisions to be “compliant” years back are what led me to my problems today. The medical system CREATED my current situation. Her Notes contain more errors than correct facts which will follow me around now. Grrr… and yes, exercise and diet are the true healers but No they don’t even bring it up! 😡😤😠
Hi Dr! I’m 69 and off ALL medication. I tapered myself off. I walk 5-10km a day and I’ve never been healthier. 2 years ago I was on 9 prescription meds, including benzodiazepines. 😀
My mom was a nurse, she wanted to obey the doctors. She thought it amusing that I would question the need for meds. She ate well and was active, yet came down with dementia. Then I couldn't take her off the meds because I'd be blamed when she passed. The whole mess is sad.
I went with my mother who is 87 years old. She had a frozen shoulder (got it following thingy in arm 4 months earlier!) and was prescribed diazapan. After 3 days she was bed bound not eating or drinking. Thankfully she listened to me and stopped the meds. I then treated her myself with acupuncture, massage with caster oil with 25ml fire cider for heat. Within 3 treatments started feeling better and getting use back in her arm/hand.
Myself and my wife are both 68 and on no meds. My bp is a bit high but its just a number as far as im concerned. We're both very active, can easily walk 10 miles plus and cycle in the better weather. We cycled 750 miles along the Moselle and Rhine last year with a maximum mileage of 72 miles in a day with heavy baggage and in 30 degree heat. I don't need a doctor to tell me that i need to take medication. I fast during the week and will eat some carbs like home made bread st the weekends. Plenty of protein, no processed foods and absolutely no seed oils!!
yes..im 70 very sensitive to drugs,i was passing out after taking amoxicillin , which in past had been ok with,i only took one dose,when i told the doctor i was allergic ,she poo poo me and said take it anyway,a little rash wont hurt you and wanted me to take diazempam with it so i wouldnt think about it harming me....? it is disgusting how older patients especially get treated, very apreciative of your videos thank you.
Agreed! I had an epiphany earlier today that was like “Most of my life is behind me so now I should have fun with what’s left.” Seems like doctors try to prevent us from living our best lives! Rise Up!
I’m not over 65 but, let’s just say I’m in the neighborhood. 😊 Anyway, I saw a doctor today who insisted I take hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil). She wasn’t happy that I turned it down when I told her that I don’t want more chemicals in my body. I also refused a shot for pain that would have to be given by a “pain doctor” which means adding yet another “specialist” which I don’t want. I said that once I’m moving around the aches go away and I don’t want pain meds. 😣 I left there really disliking doctors even more, if that was possible. I truly believe that I can tweak what my body needs naturally and cure things with a proper diet which I’ve been working my way into.
@@jodipokorski4354 Yes, thank you! I bought some grass-fed beef yesterday and have more in freezer. Also, movement helps pain but being still makes me stiff until I get up and stretch & move around and walk.
I take Plaquinal and it’s been amazing for arthritis pain in my hip. It’s just Quinine that they precipitated to make it into a pill and has been around for decades and safer than ibuprophin.
Talked to my dad shortly before he left us at age 93. He said he was fine and sounded happy. Sadly in my heart I knew he was drugged out. Will never forget.
My new Dr is scary . I call him Mr Bo- jangles. He may as well be in bare feet, a scarf tied around his head and a string of beads from his neck, singing some bohemian mindless song. He asks me what is wrong? He stares straight past me as I speak, doesn't look at my file, then writes out meds I've never used before..... Anti depressives are what you need......goodbye, come again next time 😢
what an excellent series of podcasts, thank you for posting. Every new video seems to target particular concerns that I have about my personal health and the lack of information , care and support that I have been receiving from my local health center
As a person gets older the body becomes more sensitive to medications.. 1)Will this medicine make me drowsy? Very very common. At the age of 65 various factors can come into play like cognitive impairment at baseline or an increased risk of more cognitive impairment with medications that induce drowsiness like meds for pain, neuropathy, nerve pain like Gabapentin Neurontin or meds with anticholinergic side effects. 2) How will this medicine affect my blood pressure and pulse? You want you be careful with any number of meds which affects blood pressure and pulse. This is especially important if it's prescibed for a cardiovascular issue or steroids. A lot of meds will decrease the heart rate which can contribute to letargy, tiredness or even passing out. 3)Will it cause electrolyte deficiencies? Do you suggest any supplements to take with this medicine or take any additional precautions? It's a phenomenon that can be seen all the time. Specifically sodium, potassium or magnesium. It's especially important when prescribing certain meds including diuretic meds or certain blood pressure meds. (The doctor is not a fan of hydrochlorizide especially in people over 65 causing hypokalemia). 4) How will this medication interact with any medications or supplements I take? 5)What is the side effect or adverse event that YOU've seen the most, doctor, with this particular prescription? What time of the day do most of your patients take this med? Can you tell me if there are alternatives to this med in your opinion?
I'm 71 and Indapamide caused very low potassium levels for me. Very unpleasant indeed! I didn't think to ask and my GP in advance and they didn't think to warn me. I take a daily supplement and have a regular blood test now so all is well. I pretty much had to self diagnose though, due the the near impossibility of obtaining a GP appointment in the UK at the moment.
Here in the UK still being pestered by my surgery for the booster (never had any scamdemic jab), and just had a text to book an appointment for statin prescription. Why I don't know as my last test showed my cholesterol as 4.1. Had bowel cancer 20 years ago, right hemicolectomy with no other medication needed as they caught it early (real doctors). Only side effect was put on amlodipine for high blood pressure. Result. atrial fibrillation and possible liver problems as contra indications for amlodipine. Now on anti-coagulant and have stopped taking amlodipine as the combination dropped my blood pressure dangerously low. Guess I must tell my doctor at some point. Another side effect of amlodipine is bleeding gums. Since I stopped taking it my gums have stopped bleeding. Blood thinner is Eliquis, I will take nothing else. I have been prescribed Eliquis because of atrial fibrillation and a leaky heart valve. Wouldn't be surprised to find that the leaky heart valve is another side effect of amlodipine. UK medical practice seems to be 20 years behind the rest of Europe which would also account for our cancer survival rates being one of the lowest in Europe. Now aged 77 and still playing garden badminton with grandchildren. I will add an addendum here that I only eat real food, home cooked and have stopped using vegetable oils and manufactured food and cook with animal fats, olive oil and plenty of spices including turmeric.
The only thing I ever hear is the drowsy ones. Then I do my own research, test run the pills, and get into an argument with doctor and pharmacist. #6 Do I really need this, or is there a food issue or exercise that will do this better? I drink coffee for joint pain and my allergies, along with cutting down on bread and sugar, and exercise. Doc wants us to quit coffee. Gee, I wonder why? Thank you, Dr. Dhand! You rock!
Another excellent video. Thank you, Dr. Suneel Dhand! I'm going to type these Qs in a credit card size and put it in my wallet in the rare case I must go to a doctor.
I am now 72 years old. Prescription medication first prescibed when l was 14 years old,destroyed my health snd life.l managed to come off it,and just 3 weeks ago stopped a high dose of morphine which l had been on for a long time.Now l feel much better,and also l found a remedy for repeated cellulitis infections,wild oregano oil.This seems to be working and l havnt needed antibiotics recently.
I just wish my husband had never been prescribed statins. He took the drug like a religion thinking he may drop dead if he missed a single dose. Meanwhile he didn’t address a change in diet as he ‘had a magic pill for it’. I believe they have done him more harm than good. Doctors should be handing out booklets on healthy eating instead. He is off them now but the harm is done.
Good advice. One question I would add for anyone that is concerned about their blood sugar levels is what does this medication do to my blood glucose level. As a type 2 I had the experience of having a medication prescribed for blood pressure that is known to increase blood sugar levels.
Thank you Dr. Dhand for keeping us informed about things our so-called doctors should be telling us but aren't telling us. I always ask about side effects, and because of side effects I've researched and found don't take any prescription drugs. I do take over-the-counter if needed.
Dr. Suneel have had multiple allergic reactions to BP meds and diabetic meds and proton pump inhibitor weakened my esophageal sphincter and I had heart burn for 3 months. All after turning 65. I went cold turkey and changed my diet lost weight now slowly reintroducing Glucophage. Supplementing now with b12. No one told me Glucophage tanks your b12. Several falls related to low b12 and clonidine. It's been a nightmare. Added beet root which has helped my bp.
75 years old, once a nurse made a mistake telling I had to continue to take a blood thinner after the Doppler tests showed it was perfect after all the exercises I did. It was prevention 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂, didn’t say anything but stopped immediately, taking medication to prevent something? You need a whole pharmacy at home, thank you, now 0 medication only some supplements.
I am almost 65 and my annual Dr. visit in March my Blood pressure was 159 /80. Then when it was checked again during the visit the top went up to 160. She wanted to prescribe blood pressure meds right then. I told her no! This would be the 1st maintenance med that I have ever been prescribed. She told me no salt and no processed foods. Went back 2 weeks later after a following her recommended diet and it was 160/80. Needless too say I decided to take the hydroclorizide. I see her again in May and will ask her about it interfering with my electrolytes. BTW I exercise and eat healthy have no impediments to my health and I intend to stay that way! I am African American.
@@janeteddddd I did not go to my f/u appointment with my doctor after a month of taking my blood pressure meds, but I did go to my gynecologist. My BP was taken and it was 124/78. I’ve decided to give it a year on taking this med and then talk to my doctor to reevaluate
A relative of mine recently suffered a suspected mini stroke. It transpired that the blood pressure medication he was prescribed depleted his potassium levels completely causing his symptoms. You are spot on as always Dr Dhand. Why aren't all doctors as conscientious? Surely this all comes under 'do no harm'?
I'm 76 and take NO Meds. I do take a few Vitamins. I've successfully avoided the Healthcare Industry all my life, and i intend to keep it that way. Technically I have a PCP assigned by my MEDICARE Provider but I've never met him/her.
5 questions to ask your doctor: Will this med make me drowsy? How will this med affect my BP and pulse? Will this med cause electrolyte deficiency for example for salt, magnesium, and potassium? How will this med interact with any current meds and supplements I take? What side effects have you seen from this medicine, what is the best time of day to to take the med, and are there any good alternatives to this med in your opinion?
Had severe allergic reaction lisinopril and losarten...smsll bowel swollen. 3 months to diagnose. Lost my microbiome to the diarrhea it caused. 2 years later I am healed. Should have done at home bp checks before taking this medication.
The medical profession don't give a damn especially for the older people. I have lost all faith in them. Ask questions and they don't like it. They pushed a certain medical intervention 4 years ago and look how that went yet they are covering the side effects up.
After an especially crippling episode of gout I researched the diuretic I was taking (and asked my doctor if all diuretics cause the same thing - he said yes). Diuretics cause an increase in uric acid, leading to possible higher blood pressure, leading to increased triglycerides and can be the main cause of gout. Each of those either cause a change in your blood pressure medication or create need for two new prescriptions. Doing much more research to make some changes and protect my quality of life.
My dentist detected high blood pressure in me. When referred to an oral surgeon, I was rejected for treatment until my doctor cleared me. That M.D. was so fast in writing a prescription that I felt abused, so I won't see that office again. I did throttle my blood pressure by switching to decaf coffee. He, the "doctor", never asked about that, so I thought that I'd rather try cutting caffeine before gobbling down some petrochemical pharmaceutical. While in the chair this morning getting prepped for the surgery my BP was 132/75. I now have summer teeth. Some are there, some are not.
Doctor Dhand, Can you cover protein powders and supplements and bars? The ingredients are often questionable. Wondering if you have any to recommend. Many grateful thanks!
I might add that MDs have almost zero knowledge of the prescriptions they are writing. I would ask my pharmacist before taking anything about side effects, interactions, etc etc. This is their field and they can be very helpful.
Happily,aged 70. Did not get coerced into getting any experimental,untested,mRNA jabs. Have NEVER had prescription drugs..am very low carb.Keto type food,so don’t eat highly processed fake foods. For my 70th,some cycling club buddies organised a 100k mountain bike ride…..very blessed.
If this dr don’t say that a certain bit is good for something I’ll not include it my list. I trust him. He’s a dr with integrity. Wish he was in my country.
I wish Dr Suneel Dhand was my doctor! I’ve stopped going to doctors because my complete lack of trust!
Said it before, with the Plandemic and 90% of physicians violating their oath to do no harm...I will push daisies before I go to a mainstream (pharma paid for) physician again.
Same here!😊
When a doctor recommended that I take that Covid vaccine, that was the last time I trusted a doctor. They stand to lose their medical license if they do not recommend that Covid vaccine. .
Same here
Absolutely you don’t know if your standing in front of a witch or witch doctor .Did you see or hear about the doctor who got caught putting poison in patients IV ‘s
I avoid going to the Doctor...
Sorry, have lost all trust. Take care of yourself everyone.
The "best" doctor is inside you...
I agree with you. I only go if it is absolutely necessary. Completely no trust after the unnecessary Covid shots forced on us. So many damaged people. Shameful.
That’s how I feel.
@@cindajenkins5924 I AGREE NO MORE TRUST
Couldn't agree more!
Yes I agree!
First question - why the hell would I listen to any "doctor" after witnessing the last 4 years.
i wont go near one unless i am bleeding from at least two orifices
They are all state trained drug pushers!
You're listening to this one.
Amen!
@@gilessteve this one has a soul
Stay away from doctors & prescriptions
and definately
Stay away from pricks with needles.
😂😂😂😂
Keep in mind B.R.A.I.N when offered any medication.
Ask:
What are the Benefits?
What are the Risks?
What are the Alternatives?
What does your Intuition tell you?
What happens if I do Nothing?
Good one!
When a drug-pushing psychiatrist wanted me to "take a tablet" for him, I should have trusted my instincts and flushed said-medications down the toilet.
America SO needs this Dr Dhand as our Surgeon General!
Let's put the word in to Robert F. Kennedy Jr!!!👍🇺🇸
No, this doctor won’t comply with their agenda. I’d rather he inform us as he’s currently doing rather than get mixed up with the pressures they’d put on him to conform.
Totally agree, but big pharma won't! Lol
@@HopefulEmpathgood point
@@HopefulEmpathlike Trump and Biden did.
On my last visit to the doctor I turned down 2 medical interventions, A. Covid Vax, and B. Statins.
Thank you Dr Dhand for your ongoing work. Well done!
Good call.
Excellent! 😎
Your physiology will be grateful. Nice work 🙏
Me too Richard.... I refuse to take statins too. 👍
Wow, me too. I absolutely do not want any Covid jabs for obvious reasons. I suffered a fractured skull last March because of a fainting episode from dehydration through Norovirus. I was in a brain trauma unit for six weeks, but I have bounced back. I am now being hounded to take Statins even though all of my bloods, including Cholesterol are normal. They can Shove them Statins 🖕
My way: “Avoid all non-prescription and prescription medicines”. I am 71, BP 115/78/80.
I am with you brother. I am 79 and I do not take anything. Have you noticed that when you tell friends, family or heaven forbid a doctor, they all try to scare you?
Most of the heart meds are total fraud. Many, like cholesterol meds cause you to age faster (they turn off hormone production).
To top it off, the cardiology bureaucrats are lying about lab thresholds.
It's total fraud. Greed is Good!
I take nothing. Not even aspirin.
You are lucky. For many, genetics plays a role.
@@pforce9Yes, they use fear techniques on you too!
You can avoid all medications if you eat healthy, avoid alcohol, exercise & get good sleep. Big tip, give up sugar, work on healthy, it’s worth it!
Why do you think that? My blood pressure is very high and almost uncontrollable. Blood tests are ok, CT scans show arteries that look 20 years old (I'm 65). BMI and waist are perfect, condition is better than very good.
BP between 150/80 and 200/100 and even higher, with (!) ACE inhibitors.
Heart rate in rest: 39 to 42, while exercising (biking or swimming) almost impossible to get it over 100BPM.
Don't eat processed food, cook meals every day.
So, a healthy lifestyle is not always the answer.
👍👍👍👍👍
@@asphalthedgehog6580. What is your « very high » blood pressure ? Which also depends on your age !
@@giorgiocooper9023 very high...
At the doctor we measured once 240/120.
My own Omron displays many times EE, which means > 200.
After a while, while laying, it goes down slowly to about 160/95
YES - A Video on SUPPLEMENTS for older people... Thank You In Advance. 70-SomethingGuy
Yes please
I'm looking forward to that one myself
Why should elder people need supplements?Especially they consume a healthy diet?
@@PeCo333they don’t need if eating a mostly healthy plant based diet, exercising, sleeping and other healthy lifestyle factors.
@@sassysandie2865 Plant based diets are unhealthy. Humans need meat.
Time to publish a book.
And time to be a guest on Tucker Carlson.
YES... A GREAT IDEA...!!! : )
Both great ideas for Dr Dhand! 🤩
Problem is Ive never seen a Dr who can answer 99% of these questions. They have no clue!
A lot of them seem to be reciting something that they've been told.
I am 67 years old and take no medication at all. Yes, other than arthritis, I feel better than I have when I was taking prescriptions. When I was going to a doctor who wanted to give me a prescription, I asked him what it was for, what are side effects and how long has it been on the market. If he can't answer my questions, I do not take. I ask for alternatives but have found most of the time the doctor is not willing to give alternatives. I thank him when I leave, stop at the front desk and tell them not to call the prescription into pharmacy as I will not be interested in it. Leaves them stunned. Only once has doctor ever called me to question why. Thanks, Dr. for verifying what I feel, too.
🙂👍 -70SomethingGuy
@cindyshafer1957...try shark cartilage for your arthritic pain. Bell Lifestyle Products makes an excellent brand.
Agree 💯
Exactly the same age as you. I have avoided my doctor for at least 6 years, and plan never again - touch wood - to grace his with my presence waiting room (unless I break a leg). I'm sorry to hear of your arthritis.
the internet is ur friend when it comes to checking out things they want u to ingest
My mom is a three time cancer survivor, she just turned 71 and doesn’t take any meds but she does have a puffer that she might only use 4/5 times a year. I’m 50 and a cancer patient and I don’t take anything. I think we’re doing pretty good
At 70 I do not take any Meds, this is from me taking my healthcare into my own hands and listening to Drs such as you. My Primary Healthcare Pharma Salesperson has tried to prescribe a boatload, they do not even care about older people. I removed all grains, miraculously my Gerd and IBS was cured. I went on low carb, lost weight, went off Blood Pressure Meds and my Prediabetes was cured. The in house dietician gave me a diet plan that was Calorie based, high in grains and carbs, Pitiful.
Same here. No meds, low carb, avoid processed. I do research, then make decisions. Cheers 🎉❤😊 PS. I do see my chiropractor.
I am 79 and take nothing. I believe to this day that If I had taken that covid shot as the good doctor recommended, I would be a heart patient today or If that vaccine killed me, they would just say, "he was old and he would have died anyway".
your hogging that house where u reside that could beused for your replacements
Horrible dietary direction for many (most) older people with heart issues.
Many dieticians are fools
One scrip. Not age-related. The few times I've had pain meds after surgery, I cut the pills in half. I'm one of those sensitive to meds. It's because I spent my life, NOT taking meds. Only a few times for dental work.
My current doc is a Family Medicine Resident. He transfers to Philadelphia in July. I will miss him. He is from India. He listens to everything. I thank him for his patience, though Im not difficult. I just really appreciate him.
What’s his name? I’m in Philadelphia. I’ll look him up if a I need a family doctor.
As for your medication sensitivity there's a chance you may have gene mutations that affects how you process certain meds. Some mutations can cause a very slow breakdown of certain kinds of meds so it builds up in your system. This can become deadly due to toxic poisoning.
@@oldschool8292If I take a pain med because of my severe knee arthrosis, I m falling asleep and my skin is getting pale. Not good.....
A dr. From India saved my life.
It'll be a fine day for sure when we have more Dr's like Dr. Suneel Dhand!!
Thank you! Appreciate you watching
I went in for cataract surgery recently. I was grilled incessantly about my prescription meds they could not believe I take none. After looking around the waiting room I understand. Sad.
🇬🇧 I am 70. Never been on any medication from doctor. I do take vitD, vitK2, Omega3. Paracetamol or Ibuprofen in extreme circumstances. Will not have flu jab next time if it is mRNA. Thank you for your information. I also watch Dr John Campbell. 2 trust worthy people.
Be aware of ibuprofen
Have never taken the flu "vaccine." What good does it do when it doesn't prevent getting the flu? My 89yrold mother says it just lessens the symptoms and dutifully gets everything 'they say,' including colonoscopies, and all the vaccines they recommend for the elderly.
Fact is nobody Really Knows 100% what Exactly is in that vial
Praising the mighty God I serve 🙌 I'm 72 and take no medication whatsoever. I do take supplements tho. 😊
I appreciate and enjoy your TRUTHFUL and educational videos. Thank you Dr Suneel 😊
Texas Nana
Psalm 91
You must watch your weight and get some exercise
way cool - I'm with you, serving God Almighty
How about this question - “Will this medication have any effect on “all cause mortality”?
the answer is yes
Seventy-five and take no prescription medicine, I’m in the gym 4 days a week and practice karate on Saturdays.
I refuse to play russian roulette with "any" medication or supplements now , and neither will I ever trust anyone who calls themselves a doctor
Apart from Dr Dhand 😊
Outstanding public service your providing Dr Suneel. Wish you were my own doctor.
I am glad that my doctor does not push medications. I'm soon to be 64 and do not take any. I've been working out for over 40 years and eating a diet of nutrient dense food. It really is worth putting in the work and effort to take care of your health
My mother will be stopping her SSRI per her doctor. He never told her a thing about needing to wean off and not go cold turkey. As a retired RN, I knew better so will be setting up a schedule for her. Everyone needs an advocate with them at medical appointments. She doesn't want to "bother" me, but I want to go with her. Some of the medical advice she's gotten makes my head hurt!
If you love her, it's a profoundly empowering way to show it. I guarantee she wont be treated worse. It changed my mother's care when i became involved.
I am 55 and every time I go to the doctor, they want to prescribe me something. I can’t even guess how many pills I would be taking if I took everything they wanted me to. I have been pushing back, raising concerns about side effects… the P.A. I spoke with today was talking to me as though I was unreasonable for having concerns. There’s a drug for everything these days. How did our ancestors ever survive if human life is supposedly dependent on all these medications?
Why bother going to see them?
❤🎉🇦🇺👍 I don't have a "doctor", only me.
Same here mate. 🇦🇺
Golly, thanks Dr Dhand. I'm very happy that at 71 I don't take any prescription medications at all, just some supplements. Unfortunately most GPs wouldn't even know the answer to these questions. And even more sadly, most old people (and I live in a retirement village of around 350 people) seem to LOVE getting medications. They like to tell everyone just how many tablets they are taking, as some kind of badge of honour. Sadly until people realise that most of them do as much harm as good, they won't ask any questions.
I asked my GP advice on how and when to spread out the 'six' pills I take daily for my very stubborn hypertension .. I was told to experiment myself and find out what suited me best.. I was a bit surprised by this statement and should have asked : "How will I know when I get it right ? .. What signs do I look for ?" I then wrote a letter, sent recorded delivery by Royal Mail to the practice pharmacist asking the for the same advice.. That was six months ago and I still haven't had a reply. I then asked the dispensing pharmacist who told me to ask my GP. No wonder you left the UK Suneel !
Unbelievable!
Usually, pharmacists love getting asked questions about meds, at least mine do in the US. It gives them a break from just counting pills all day and questions allow them to use their knowledge.
Perhaps then, reach out to another pharmacist for some response.
Change your diet and your issues will be solved.
I had the same experience where I asked the dispensing pharmacy about the side effects of the medications I was prescribed and the pharmacist told me to ask my doctor. This is in US.
Great respect and thank-you for making these videos. I'm a hospital nurse and what you report is bulls eye!
My pleasure- happy to help!
My friend is on ever-increasing blood pressure medication. I will show her this video; it could save her life.
Good luck getting answers to these questions. Most of the doctors are clueless. What's more, every person is different. Some drugs will work fine for some people and send others to the ER. Every drug that you get with prescription or without will come with some bad side effect, no exceptions. Same thing with vitamins. Nothing comes without the price. The more you take the bigger your chance of getting in trouble. Most people in other countries take no daily medication, and live longer. Decision is yours... and yours only. Do you want to keep taking drugs that don't cure anything, or change your life style and be rid of them?
Excellent comment
Last year, at age 68, I went to the pharmacy to pick up the meds for my seasonal allergies. The pharmacist told me that I really shouldn't be taking it, as it was a "first generation" antihistamine and had lots of side effects for people my age. My doctor never mentioned this to me! I didn't take the meds. Closed my windows, bought air purifiers, and made it through spring with no medication! That's my plan for this allergy season too. My doctor has never asked me if I take any supplements either. Luckily, I am healthy and take no other medications.
I did the same, bought air purifiers for all the rooms and turned on the AC, no meds.
We all have to have an epiphany before we realize that we can't trust most doctors. I spent many years doing everything doctors told me to do. But, for the last ten years or so, I've gotten tough with them because they will try to scare seniors.
@@324cmac I saw a specialist today and she was quite forceful about my taking a med that I didn’t want to take. I don’t need to be spoken to in an authoritative manner, I’m too old for that.
I have horrible allergies that last from April to December, so I was happy that while wearing a mask all the time during Covid I didn't have any allergy symptoms. They are back since wearing a mask has pretty much stopped.
I suggested to the consultant physician who prescribed antihistamine that it could be a bad idea for this octogenarian , he dismissed my concern out of hand.
Very good advice doctor.
I am 71 and like a lot of people on here I am medication free.
Be your own advocate regarding your own health.
Eat well and be mindful of what you are eating. Keep your body and mind fit and active. Get out in the fresh air, move your body.
Finally social interaction is so importa.Keep up with family friends and social groups and finally try new thing's.
Friends have disappointed me the last few years so I’m fine mostly just with my puppy and husband. A couple nice friends who I occasionally visit with. I like my own company much better lol!😅
Dr Dhand just want to add a BIG THANKYOU for your podcasts.
I find the Pharmacist most helpful. They know everything about drugs especially if they know what current meds you are taking
That was so true in the past but over the last 10 yrs the pharmacists only respond by telling us to ask our doctors. They refuse to give any advice. Thankfully I don't need medication at this time.
Like the other commenter said, not all pharmacists are helpful or at least for the last 10 years. I ‘ve asked the dispensing pharmacy one time what are the side effects and adverse reactions of the medications I was prescribed and the answer was “ask your doctor”.
When i pick up my med at Walmart they always ask if i have any questions
I'm a 78 yr old female and I won't even take an advil. I haven't taken a prescription drug since I stopped taking my birth control pills over 25 years ago. I haven't been to a doctor since I retired. And I have never used my Medicare. And I'm in perfect health so far.
You’re only 78 years Young!
120 in Optimal Health Within Reach
I only use Medicare for eye and dental. I guess I would use it for an emergency. Won’t go for any more check ups.
You are the best! I was prescribed Gabapentin, took one, I was so zonked out I never took another.
Same . I didn’t like feeling drowsy so I threw them out
i was precribed that for nerve pain after an accident..looked it up and they also give it schizophrenics
In the UK., the first question to ask is, is this a drug that you are being paid extra by the government to push on to your patients. My father's advice was "stay away from doctors" - and he was a GP and pharmacist!!!!!
Great information and very useful
Luckily, my doctor (nurse practitioner) knows my views on healthcare and respects the fact that I will not take any medication, get tests or surgeries/procedures unless I believe it is absolutely necessary. I'm 69 years old and on no medications. I no longer get colonoscopies (in-home stool samples instead) and no longer get mammograms (do self-exams and yearly doctor manual exam) and no longer get bone density scans.
I’m trying to get off the few meds I’m on, little by little. I’ve noticed a trend wherein the doctor will try to replace the med being removed with another one. Example: Plaquenil. Doctor wants me on it and I refused. She said it’s the “safest” one. Uh, it can cause permanent eye damage! No colonoscopies or mammograms anymore. I have a standing order for a Dexascan…not sure if I should at least get a baseline. I don’t want the radiation.
@@HopefulEmpath You've got the right attitude, I think. I have osteoporosis but the first drug I took for it didn't help (One of the listed side effects was fractures! Can you believe it?) Another one I tried once made me feel horrible. Eating right. Weigh-bearing exercise. Those are the best treatments. Losing some bone density is part of natural aging. You just want to slow it down.
Do eat meat!
@@HopefulEmpaththe dexa scans are another way to scare people into taking their toxic meds. Our bones will get weaker as we age but weight bearing exercise and healthy diet certainly help.
@@sassysandie2865 You’re right! Yesterday, a specialist I saw was trying to scare me into taking a med that I don’t want to take. I just read my After Visit Notes and she wrote “I suspect she has a history of noncompliance.” Well, to heck with her! My uninformed decisions to be “compliant” years back are what led me to my problems today. The medical system CREATED my current situation. Her Notes contain more errors than correct facts which will follow me around now. Grrr… and yes, exercise and diet are the true healers but No they don’t even bring it up! 😡😤😠
Dr.Suneel is an amazing doctor.I have lost faith in doctors now.
Hi Dr! I’m 69 and off ALL medication. I tapered myself off. I walk 5-10km a day and I’ve never been healthier. 2 years ago I was on 9 prescription meds, including benzodiazepines. 😀
My mom was a nurse, she wanted to obey the doctors. She thought it amusing that I would question the need for meds. She ate well and was active, yet came down with dementia. Then I couldn't take her off the meds because I'd be blamed when she passed. The whole mess is sad.
I went with my mother who is 87 years old. She had a frozen shoulder (got it following thingy in arm 4 months earlier!) and was prescribed diazapan. After 3 days she was bed bound not eating or drinking. Thankfully she listened to me and stopped the meds. I then treated her myself with acupuncture, massage with caster oil with 25ml fire cider for heat. Within 3 treatments started feeling better and getting use back in her arm/hand.
Myself and my wife are both 68 and on no meds. My bp is a bit high but its just a number as far as im concerned. We're both very active, can easily walk 10 miles plus and cycle in the better weather. We cycled 750 miles along the Moselle and Rhine last year with a maximum mileage of 72 miles in a day with heavy baggage and in 30 degree heat. I don't need a doctor to tell me that i need to take medication. I fast during the week and will eat some carbs like home made bread st the weekends. Plenty of protein, no processed foods and absolutely no seed oils!!
yes..im 70 very sensitive to drugs,i was passing out after taking amoxicillin , which in past had been ok with,i only took one dose,when i told the doctor i was allergic ,she poo poo me and said take it anyway,a little rash wont hurt you and wanted me to take diazempam with it so i wouldnt think about it harming me....? it is disgusting how older patients especially get treated, very apreciative of your videos thank you.
Thank you soo much stay blessed for all you do it is appreciated
I agree meds are pointless clean eating and resting exercise and sunlight turn off the blasted TV phone and live thanks dr❤
Agreed! I had an epiphany earlier today that was like “Most of my life is behind me so now I should have fun with what’s left.” Seems like doctors try to prevent us from living our best lives! Rise Up!
I’m not over 65 but, let’s just say I’m in the neighborhood. 😊 Anyway, I saw a doctor today who insisted I take hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil). She wasn’t happy that I turned it down when I told her that I don’t want more chemicals in my body. I also refused a shot for pain that would have to be given by a “pain doctor” which means adding yet another “specialist” which I don’t want. I said that once I’m moving around the aches go away and I don’t want pain meds. 😣 I left there really disliking doctors even more, if that was possible. I truly believe that I can tweak what my body needs naturally and cure things with a proper diet which I’ve been working my way into.
Diet and sunlight👍🏼
Carnivore or Lion to reduce pain
@@jodipokorski4354 Yes, thank you! I bought some grass-fed beef yesterday and have more in freezer. Also, movement helps pain but being still makes me stiff until I get up and stretch & move around and walk.
I take Plaquinal and it’s been amazing for arthritis pain in my hip. It’s just Quinine that they precipitated to make it into a pill and has been around for decades and safer than ibuprophin.
Talked to my dad shortly before he left us at age 93.
He said he was fine and sounded happy. Sadly in my heart I knew he was drugged out. Will never forget.
My new Dr is scary
. I call him Mr Bo- jangles.
He may as well be in bare feet, a scarf tied around his head and a string of beads from his neck, singing some bohemian mindless song. He asks me what is wrong?
He stares straight past me as I speak, doesn't look at my file, then writes out meds I've never used before.....
Anti depressives are what you need......goodbye, come again next time 😢
Sushmita: Mr Bo'Jangles 😅 cannot stop 😅 the way you described yr Dr.
OMG... I'm lost for words 😮
Can't tell you how much I enjoy your videos. So real, so informative. Thank you for your time and efforts.
66 years old, never Meds, just Gym weights and cardio.
Questions
No.1 what are the side effects
No.2 how much for you get for pushing it
No. 3 how many lobbying teams push out this
I look forward to your future supplement vlog.
Regarding side effect question, it is not rare that doctors would answer, " Don't think about it because if you do, you can never take medicine"
what an excellent series of podcasts, thank you for posting. Every new video seems to target particular concerns that I have about my personal health and the lack of information , care and support that I have been receiving from my local health center
Another great question to ask would be the NNT. I believe it should be considered when deciding to take any medication.
That is a great question as well!
As a person gets older the body becomes more sensitive to medications..
1)Will this medicine make me drowsy?
Very very common. At the age of 65 various factors can come into play like cognitive impairment at baseline or an increased risk of more cognitive impairment with medications that induce drowsiness like meds for pain, neuropathy, nerve pain like Gabapentin Neurontin or meds with anticholinergic side effects.
2) How will this medicine affect my blood pressure and pulse?
You want you be careful with any number of meds which affects blood pressure and pulse.
This is especially important if it's prescibed for a cardiovascular issue or steroids. A lot of meds will decrease the heart rate which can contribute to letargy, tiredness or even passing out.
3)Will it cause electrolyte deficiencies? Do you suggest any supplements to take with this medicine or take any additional precautions?
It's a phenomenon that can be seen all the time. Specifically sodium, potassium or magnesium. It's especially important when prescribing certain meds including diuretic meds or certain blood pressure meds. (The doctor is not a fan of hydrochlorizide especially in people over 65 causing hypokalemia).
4) How will this medication interact with any medications or supplements I take?
5)What is the side effect or adverse event that YOU've seen the most, doctor, with this particular prescription? What time of the day do most of your patients take this med?
Can you tell me if there are alternatives to this med in your opinion?
I'm 71 and Indapamide caused very low potassium levels for me. Very unpleasant indeed! I didn't think to ask and my GP in advance and they didn't think to warn me. I take a daily supplement and have a regular blood test now so all is well. I pretty much had to self diagnose though, due the the near impossibility of obtaining a GP appointment in the UK at the moment.
Simply put - thank you Dr. Dhand!
Here in the UK still being pestered by my surgery for the booster (never had any scamdemic jab), and just had a text to book an appointment for statin prescription. Why I don't know as my last test showed my cholesterol as 4.1.
Had bowel cancer 20 years ago, right hemicolectomy with no other medication needed as they caught it early (real doctors). Only side effect was put on amlodipine for high blood pressure. Result. atrial fibrillation and possible liver problems as contra indications for amlodipine.
Now on anti-coagulant and have stopped taking amlodipine as the combination dropped my blood pressure dangerously low. Guess I must tell my doctor at some point. Another side effect of amlodipine is bleeding gums. Since I stopped taking it my gums have stopped bleeding.
Blood thinner is Eliquis, I will take nothing else. I have been prescribed Eliquis because of atrial fibrillation and a leaky heart valve. Wouldn't be surprised to find that the leaky heart valve is another side effect of amlodipine.
UK medical practice seems to be 20 years behind the rest of Europe which would also account for our cancer survival rates being one of the lowest in Europe. Now aged 77 and still playing garden badminton with grandchildren.
I will add an addendum here that I only eat real food, home cooked and have stopped using vegetable oils and manufactured food and cook with animal fats, olive oil and plenty of spices including turmeric.
Thank you Doctor I've learnt something new from every one of your videos.
Very hard to find a doctor who will listen to you I’m afraid. Thank you so much for your videos, so appreciated.
The only thing I ever hear is the drowsy ones. Then I do my own research, test run the pills, and get into an argument with doctor and pharmacist.
#6 Do I really need this, or is there a food issue or exercise that will do this better?
I drink coffee for joint pain and my allergies, along with cutting down on bread and sugar, and exercise. Doc wants us to quit coffee. Gee, I wonder why? Thank you, Dr. Dhand! You rock!
Castor oil packs for joint pain
@@LilyGazou Quitting foods containing wheat worked for me. The improvement in my joint pain/swelling wasn't subtle.
61, no meds, no doctors .
I eat carnivore, lift heavy things , do farm chores , vinyasa yoga , and spend a lot of time outside .
Another excellent video. Thank you, Dr. Suneel Dhand! I'm going to type these Qs in a credit card size and put it in my wallet in the rare case I must go to a doctor.
I am now 72 years old. Prescription medication first prescibed when l was 14 years old,destroyed my health snd life.l managed to come off it,and just 3 weeks ago stopped a high dose of morphine which l had been on for a long time.Now l feel much better,and also l found a remedy for repeated cellulitis infections,wild oregano oil.This seems to be working and l havnt needed antibiotics recently.
Oregano oil is a very powerful antibiotic. You need to restore your gut biome afterward. Live yogurt, live keffir , kombucha.
I just wish my husband had never been prescribed statins. He took the drug like a religion thinking he may drop dead if he missed a single dose. Meanwhile he didn’t address a change in diet as he ‘had a magic pill for it’. I believe they have done him more harm than good. Doctors should be handing out booklets on healthy eating instead. He is off them now but the harm is done.
They don’t make money prescribing a healthy diet.
Gosh! I'm 75 and have no medications. What have people been doing to themselves?
I'm 71, Dr prescribed metformin. Instead, I changed my diet and everything's good, js. (Avoid processed foods, eat starches sparingly).
Healthy starches are good. Sweet potatoes, rice.
But WHY are over 65 s more sensitive???? That is the question . Inflammatory lifestyle for decades .
65 this year! I'm WAY behind in my prescription drug status remaining at ZERO. Don't trust doctors so I don't go unless my wife badgers me to go.
The most important question, independently of your age for any medication:
what is your plan for me to get off this medication??
Good advice. One question I would add for anyone that is concerned about their blood sugar levels is what does this medication do to my blood glucose level. As a type 2 I had the experience of having a medication prescribed for blood pressure that is known to increase blood sugar levels.
I am 66. I take Armour thyroid, nothing else. I am carnivore and in the best health of my life.
Thank you Dr. Dhand for keeping us informed about things our so-called doctors should be telling us but aren't telling us. I always ask about side effects, and because of side effects I've researched and found don't take any prescription drugs. I do take over-the-counter if needed.
Dr. Suneel have had multiple allergic reactions to BP meds and diabetic meds and proton pump inhibitor weakened my esophageal sphincter and I had heart burn for 3 months. All after turning 65. I went cold turkey and changed my diet lost weight now slowly reintroducing Glucophage. Supplementing now with b12. No one told me Glucophage tanks your b12. Several falls related to low b12 and clonidine. It's been a nightmare. Added beet root which has helped my bp.
You're a blessing. Thank you do much for the v informative videos.
Truly a Dr worth listening too, a rare find indeed.
💙🙏✨
75 years old, once a nurse made a mistake telling I had to continue to take a blood thinner after the Doppler tests showed it was perfect after all the exercises I did. It was prevention 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂, didn’t say anything but stopped immediately, taking medication to prevent something? You need a whole pharmacy at home, thank you, now 0 medication only some supplements.
If you don't ask they don't tell.....😂
I am almost 65 and my annual Dr. visit in March my Blood pressure was 159 /80. Then when it was checked again during the visit the top went up to 160. She wanted to prescribe blood pressure meds right then. I told her no! This would be the 1st maintenance med that I have ever been prescribed. She told me no salt and no processed foods. Went back 2 weeks later after a following her recommended diet and it was 160/80. Needless too say I decided to take the hydroclorizide. I see her again in May and will ask her about it interfering with my electrolytes. BTW I exercise and eat healthy have no impediments to my health and I intend to stay that way! I am African American.
Research... do you really need bp med? Average bp for elderly..research
@@janeteddddd I did not go to my f/u appointment with my doctor after a month of taking my blood pressure meds, but I did go to my gynecologist. My BP was taken and it was 124/78. I’ve decided to give it a year on taking this med and then talk to my doctor to reevaluate
A relative of mine recently suffered a suspected mini stroke. It transpired that the blood pressure medication he was prescribed depleted his potassium levels completely causing his symptoms. You are spot on as always Dr Dhand. Why aren't all doctors as conscientious? Surely this all comes under 'do no harm'?
Sixth question: will you tell me the truth, or do you possibly not know?
How about: How many Big Pharma salespeople have you taken money from?
I'm 76 and take NO Meds. I do take a few Vitamins. I've successfully avoided the Healthcare Industry all my life, and i intend to keep it that way. Technically I have a PCP assigned by my MEDICARE Provider but I've never met him/her.
Thank you, doctor, for your suggestions and help.
I'm looking forward to the video you're preparing with tips for supplements for people over 65.
5 questions to ask your doctor:
Will this med make me drowsy?
How will this med affect my BP and pulse?
Will this med cause electrolyte deficiency for example for salt, magnesium, and potassium?
How will this med interact with any current meds and supplements I take?
What side effects have you seen from this medicine, what is the best time of day to to take the med, and are there any good alternatives to this med in your opinion?
BEST DOCTOR EVER..!!! 🌿
Had severe allergic reaction lisinopril and losarten...smsll bowel swollen. 3 months to diagnose. Lost my microbiome to the diarrhea it caused. 2 years later I am healed. Should have done at home bp checks before taking this medication.
The appendix acts as a “library” of your immune system.
The medical profession don't give a damn especially for the older people. I have lost all faith in them. Ask questions and they don't like it. They pushed a certain medical intervention 4 years ago and look how that went yet they are covering the side effects up.
After an especially crippling episode of gout I researched the diuretic I was taking (and asked my doctor if all diuretics cause the same thing - he said yes). Diuretics cause an increase in uric acid, leading to possible higher blood pressure, leading to increased triglycerides and can be the main cause of gout. Each of those either cause a change in your blood pressure medication or create need for two new prescriptions. Doing much more research to make some changes and protect my quality of life.
My dentist detected high blood pressure in me. When referred to an oral surgeon, I was rejected for treatment until my doctor cleared me.
That M.D. was so fast in writing a prescription that I felt abused, so I won't see that office again.
I did throttle my blood pressure by switching to decaf coffee. He, the "doctor", never asked about that, so I thought that I'd rather try cutting caffeine before gobbling down some petrochemical pharmaceutical.
While in the chair this morning getting prepped for the surgery my BP was 132/75.
I now have summer teeth. Some are there, some are not.
Look up foods that lower blood pressure👍🏼
EXCELLENT.
Doctor Dhand, Can you cover protein powders and supplements and bars? The ingredients are often questionable. Wondering if you have any to recommend. Many grateful thanks!
I think if you are asking that question, you already know the answer. 😮
I might add that MDs have almost zero knowledge of the prescriptions they are writing. I would ask my pharmacist before taking anything about side effects, interactions, etc etc. This is their field and they can be very helpful.
Happily,aged 70. Did not get coerced into getting any experimental,untested,mRNA jabs. Have NEVER had prescription drugs..am very low carb.Keto type food,so don’t eat highly processed fake foods. For my 70th,some cycling club buddies organised a 100k mountain bike ride…..very blessed.
Well done.
Thank you 🙏🏽 supremely informative as always
If this dr don’t say that a certain bit is good for something I’ll not include it my list. I trust him. He’s a dr with integrity. Wish he was in my country.
Thank you Dr. Dhand for this information. God bless and much ❤.