Dr. Luke Laffin on Hypertension

This week, Brent sits down with Dr. Luke Laffin, a preventive cardiologist and hypertension specialist, to break down what blood pressure really tells us about long-term health. Dr. Laffin explains why high blood pressure is one of the strongest predictors of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and dementia, even when it shows up early or seems "borderline." They discuss how blood pressure should be measured correctly, the difference between office readings and home monitoring, and why lifestyle changes alone aren't always enough. The conversation also covers when medication makes sense, common myths about side effects, and how treating blood pressure early can dramatically reduce lifetime risk. He's a wonderful guest, hope you enjoy.