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Higher blood pressure through IF?

Haven't taken my blood pressure since starting IF (just a couple of months) but was disappointed to see that my systolic pressure is quite a bit higher now...has anyone else seen this? I thought having dropped 10 pounds (normal weight) it would have improved. Perhaps too much salt? My fingers feel a little fat today

Answer

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8274363/#:~:text=In%20conclusion%2C%20intracellular%20and%20extracellular,potassium%20pathways%20in%20the%20cell.

Maybe a magnesium deficiency.

Go over your diet carefully to see if you are over consuming sodium or under consuming magnesium.

Also go to a doctor as soon as possible. Give them a detailed overview of your diet and weight loss.