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EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 35 MIN

064: The Truth About Blood Pressure Meds (And How to Get Off Them Safely)

from Root Cause Medicine · host Spirit of Health

This is Part 1 of a 2-part class on breaking free from medications. In this episode, naturopathic doctor Vaughn Lawrence explains how common blood pressure medications (ACE inhibitors, ARBs, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, diuretics, and vasodilators) actually work, and what that tells us about the real root causes of high blood pressure.We dig into:Why high blood pressure is usually an electrolyte imbalance (especially magnesium & potassium), not a drug deficiencyHow kidneys, stress, caffeine, and lifestyle drive blood pressureNatural tools Vaughn has used in practice: magnesium, potassium, nitric oxide, celery juice, kidney cleanses, cayenne, and morePractical guidance on monitoring blood pressure and safely starting the process of reducing medsThis episode lays the foundation for understanding the body’s God‑designed intelligence and prepares you for Part 2, where we tackle cholesterol and statin drugs.To find out how we can help you on your health journey, book a free 15-minute Discovery Call with one of our New Client Coordinators! Click the link: https://www.spiritofhealthkc.com/discoverycallFor more health tips and information visit: https://www.spiritofhealthkc.com/To buy natural health supplements visit: http://store.spiritofhealthkc.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpiritofHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritofhealthkc/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/spiritofhealthkc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwRcNSxR3kMYi9wP8OmxlQQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7yfBBUjWKk3yJ3auK71O7H?si=295c77ed21f14568&nd=1&dlsi=af01c00121ed4aed

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