Healthy High-Fiber Breakfast Ideas VOL-1
Healthy High-Fiber Breakfast Ideas That Will Keep You Full
DoctorHQ – Series Vol: 1
By now it’s not news that breakfast does a body good, replenishing energy, kick-starting your insulin response, and even preventing heart disease.
But when life throws too much onto our plates, the most important meal of the day often also becomes the most ignored. And even those who do squeeze in a morning meal—whether it’s toting processed granola bars to work or school; grabbing a greasy bacon, egg, and cheese on their commute; or dipping into the box of donuts someone’s brought to the office—are missing one key ingredient: fiber.
Less than 3 percent of Americans meet the recommended daily intake of 25 to 30 grams of this essential digestion-promoting, cholesterol-lowering nutrient! Make your breakfast an easy opportunity to change that, with these 32 quick recipes that pack in 5 grams or more per serving.
Superfood chia gives this breakfast concoction its slow-digesting carbohydrates, and as a result, its incredible staying power. Take two minutes out to mix it up the night before so that you can wake up to a meal that will fuel you with healthy fats, 12 percent of your daily value of calcium, and of course, plenty of fiber.
Fiber per serving: 10 grams
Ingredients ¼ cup chia seeds 1.5 - 2 cups milk of your choice (soy, almond, coconut, hemp, etc.) 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla Instructions Mix all ingredients in a bowl, whisk well to prevent clumping. Or blend all ingredients together using a high-speed blender. Note: For a thicker pudding, decrease amount of milk used. Store in an air-tight container and refrigerate overnight. Serve with toppings of your choice! Mangos, bananas, berries, kiwi, almonds, walnuts, cinnamon, maple syrup, pineapple, etc. It takes 2 minutes to mix all the ingredients together, place in an air-tight container and refrigerate overnight. Wake up and breakfast is ready! You can also portion out into smaller containers for a great grab and go breakfast on the run! This recipe makes 2 servings. Each serving contains: 4564 mg Omega 3 and 1504 mg Omega 6 10 grams of fiber 12% daily value of calcium (from chia seeds alone) 250-300 calories and 10-15 grams of protein depending on the type of milk you use I used a combination of soy milk and canned whole coconut milk to create a more custard-like quality…similar to Greek yogurt. If you don’t like the tapioca consistency of chia seed pudding, blend it in a high-speed blender until creamy (that’s how I made this bowl!).
chia seed breakfast bowl
Author: BeginWithinNutrition
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Keytruda combination(Inlyta) found to reduce risk of death in RCC – Renal Cell Carcinoma
A combination of MSD’s anti-PD-1 therapy Keytruda (pembrolizumab) and Pfizer’s tyrosine kinase inhibitor Inlyta (axitinib) has been found to reduce risk of death by nearly half compared to sunitinib as first-line treatment for advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC).
The results are taken from the pivotal Phase III KEYNOTE-426 trial, and show that the combination is the first regimen to significantly improve overall survival (OS), progression-free survival (PFS) and objective response rate (ORR) compared to sunitinib.
The dual primary endpoints of the study were OS and PFS; key secondary endpoints include ORR, safety, duration of response, PFS at 12, 18 and 24 months and OS at 12, 18 and 24 months.
Findings from the first interim analysis show that the drug combination cut the risk of death by 47%, and that the ORR was 59.3% for patients who received the combination.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has already granted priority review for a supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for Keytruda in combination with Inlyta for the first-line treatment of patients with advanced RCC, with a set target action date of June 20, 2019.

“Historically, patients with advanced RCC have faced five-year survival rates of less than 10 percent. Given the aggressive nature of this disease and the poor long-term prognosis, these new survival data with Keytruda in combination with axitinib from KEYNOTE-426 offer the potential of a new treatment option for patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma,” said Dr Thomas Powles, lead investigator for KEYNOTE-426, professor of genitourinary oncology, lead for Solid Tumour Research at Barts Cancer Institute, and director of Barts Cancer Centre.
Renal cell carcinoma is by far the most common type of kidney cancer; about nine out of ten kidney cancers are RCCs and the disease is about twice as common in men as in women.
High Blood Pressure : Catapres (Clonidine)
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: SERIES II
About High blood pressure
Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into the arteries. Your blood pressure is highest when your heart beats, pumping the blood. This is called systolic pressure. When your heart is at rest, between beats, your blood pressure falls. This is called diastolic pressure. Your blood pressure reading uses these two numbers. Usually the systolic number comes before or above the diastolic number. A reading of119/79 or lower is normal blood pressure140/90 or higher is high blood pressure Between 120 and 139 for the top number, or between 80 and 89 for the bottom number is called prehypertension.
Prehypertension means you may end up with high blood pressure, unless you take steps to prevent it.High blood pressure usually has no symptoms, but it can cause serious problems such as stroke, heart failure, heart attack and kidney failure.You can control high blood pressure through healthy lifestyle habits and taking medicines, if needed. NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Are there other issues with high blood pressure medication?
It can be hard to predict which drugs will work for you, but we know some are less effective in older people or those of African Caribbean background. Most people will need more than one drug to control their blood pressure.
It is estimated that more than half of patients do not take their medications as prescribed. This contributes to poor blood pressure control and increased risk of stroke and heart attack.
Part of the problem is that with hypertension, the condition itself usually does not cause symptoms that remind you to take medications. Asking your doctor for once-a-day tablets and building it into your daily routine can help. A dosette box (pill box with compartments for each day, and times of the day if necessary) may help. You can get them at most pharmacies
Catapres (Clonidine)
Prescription only
Lowers blood pressure.
Catapres (Clonidine) is a good addition if you need more than one medicine to control your blood pressure, but it has a lot of side effects. You can’t miss doses.
UPSIDE:
- Can be added to other blood pressure-lowering medicines if you need additional blood pressure control.
- Available in a weekly patch for people that aren’t good at taking medicine by mouth.
- Works in the brain, so it can help treat some nervous system and psychiatric conditions.
- Under the brand name Kapvay, it’s used to treat ADHD in children and teenagers.
DOWNSIDE:
- Has a lot of side effects compared to other blood pressure-lowering medicine because it works in the brain.
- The pill form can make some people sleepy, dizzy, and have dry mouth.
- You can’t miss doses. Stopping Clonidine suddenly can cause your blood pressure to go up suddenly, which raises the risk of heart attack and stroke.
USED FOR:
- High blood pressure
- ADHD
- Hot flashes
- Foot ulcer
- Smoking cessation
- Opioid withdrawal
- Tic disorder
DOSAGE FORMS:
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Pill
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Extended release
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Patch
Lowest price
17 possible side effects
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Erythema / pruritis 26%
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Dry mouth 25%
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Drowsiness 12%
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Localized vesiculation 7%
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Fatigue 6%
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Headache 5%
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Allergic contact sensitization 5%
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Hyperpigmentation 5%
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Lethargy 3%
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Sedation 3%
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Edema 3%
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Excoriation 3%
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Burning 3%
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Insomnia 2%
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Dizziness 2%
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Impotence/sexual dysfunction 2%
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Dry throat 2%
High Blood Pressure: Norvasc (Amlodipine)
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: SERIES II
About High blood pressure
Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into the arteries. Your blood pressure is highest when your heart beats, pumping the blood. This is called systolic pressure. When your heart is at rest, between beats, your blood pressure falls. This is called diastolic pressure. Your blood pressure reading uses these two numbers. Usually the systolic number comes before or above the diastolic number. A reading of119/79 or lower is normal blood pressure140/90 or higher is high blood pressure Between 120 and 139 for the top number, or between 80 and 89 for the bottom number is called prehypertension.
Prehypertension means you may end up with high blood pressure, unless you take steps to prevent it.High blood pressure usually has no symptoms, but it can cause serious problems such as stroke, heart failure, heart attack and kidney failure.You can control high blood pressure through healthy lifestyle habits and taking medicines, if needed. NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Are there other issues with high blood pressure medication?
It can be hard to predict which drugs will work for you, but we know some are less effective in older people or those of African Caribbean background. Most people will need more than one drug to control their blood pressure.
It is estimated that more than half of patients do not take their medications as prescribed. This contributes to poor blood pressure control and increased risk of stroke and heart attack.
Part of the problem is that with hypertension, the condition itself usually does not cause symptoms that remind you to take medications. Asking your doctor for once-a-day tablets and building it into your daily routine can help. A dosette box (pill box with compartments for each day, and times of the day if necessary) may help. You can get them at most pharmacies
Norvasc (Amlodipine)
Prescription only
Lowers blood pressure.
Norvasc (Amlodipine) works well to lower blood pressure and prevent chest pain. You can’t miss doses, and you might get persistent swelling.
Norvasc (Amlodipine) is a calcium channel blocker. It lowers blood pressure by slowing your heart rate and relaxing your blood vessels. Your heart gets more oxygen and doesn’t have to work as hard to pump, which can relieve chest pain.
- Drug class: Cardiovascular
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (amlodipine)
UPSIDE:
- A first-choice blood pressure treatment for many people.
- Calcium channel blockers work especially well for African Americans to lower blood pressure.
- Lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Prevents heart-related chest pain (angina) if you take it regularly.
- Each dose lasts longer than other calcium channel blockers, which keeps blood pressure consistent without big ups and downs.
- Particularly good at lowering systolic blood pressure (the top number), so it’s a good option for older people who can commonly get high blood pressure only in the top number.
DOWNSIDE:
- Calcium channel blockers can cause swelling in your limbs. If this happens for you, it probably won’t get better over time, so talk to your doctor about alternatives if it bothers you.
- Women are more likely to have side effects (especially swelling) from Amlodipine than men.
- Some people might experience flushing with this medication.
- You can’t miss doses. Stopping Amlodipine suddenly can cause your blood pressure to go up suddenly, which raises the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- If you have severe heart disease, using Amlodipine might increase your risk of chest pain or heart attack during the time right after starting the medication or raising the dosage.
- Might not be a good choice if you have liver disease.
USED FOR:
- High blood pressure
- Chest pain
- Heart failure
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Kidney disease
- Enlarged heart
- Silent heart attack
- Raynaud’s phenomenon
DOSAGE FORMS:
Lowest price
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Fatigue 5%
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Nausea 3%
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Abdominal pain 2%
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Low blood pressure
- Age 65 years or older
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Heart attack
- History of heart problems
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Special dosing requirements
- Liver disease
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Foot and leg swelling (edema)
- History of blood vessel disease
- History of heart failure
- History of kidney disease
- Obesity
High Blood Pressure: Zestril (lisinopril)
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: SERIES II
About High blood pressure
Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into the arteries. Your blood pressure is highest when your heart beats, pumping the blood. This is called systolic pressure. When your heart is at rest, between beats, your blood pressure falls. This is called diastolic pressure. Your blood pressure reading uses these two numbers. Usually the systolic number comes before or above the diastolic number. A reading of119/79 or lower is normal blood pressure140/90 or higher is high blood pressure Between 120 and 139 for the top number, or between 80 and 89 for the bottom number is called prehypertension.
Prehypertension means you may end up with high blood pressure, unless you take steps to prevent it.High blood pressure usually has no symptoms, but it can cause serious problems such as stroke, heart failure, heart attack and kidney failure.You can control high blood pressure through healthy lifestyle habits and taking medicines, if needed. NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Are there other issues with high blood pressure medication?
It can be hard to predict which drugs will work for you, but we know some are less effective in older people or those of African Caribbean background. Most people will need more than one drug to control their blood pressure.
It is estimated that more than half of patients do not take their medications as prescribed. This contributes to poor blood pressure control and increased risk of stroke and heart attack.
Part of the problem is that with hypertension, the condition itself usually does not cause symptoms that remind you to take medications. Asking your doctor for once-a-day tablets and building it into your daily routine can help. A dosette box (pill box with compartments for each day, and times of the day if necessary) may help. You can get them at most pharmacies
Zestril (lisinopril)
Prescription only
Lowers blood pressure.
Zestril (lisinopril) is a good blood pressure-lowering medicine that protects kidney function.
UPSIDE:
- A first-choice blood pressure treatment for many people.
- Lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
- Recommended for anyone with heart failure since it lowers the risk of death and further damage to your heart.
- Very cheap drug, and comes available as a liquid for children over 6 years of age.
DOWNSIDE:
- Up to 10% of people can get a dry cough while using this medicine. It ranges from a mild tickle in the throat to a persistent hacking cough.
- Requires a yearly blood test to see how the medicine is affecting your body.
- Zestril (lisinopril) isn’t safe to use if you’re pregnant.
- Doesn’t work as well in people of African descent, and can cause a greater chance of face, tongue, or lip swelling
USED FOR:
- High blood pressure
- Heart failure
- Heart attack
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Diabetic vision loss prevention and treatment
- Kidney disease
DOSAGE FORMS:
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Pill
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Liquid
Lowest price
Lisinopril: Cardiac Uses and Mechanism
Lisinopril: Safe Dosing and Common Side Effects
Lisinopril:Precautions for Use
1 possible side effects
- Low blood pressure 5%
Risks and risk factors
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Harm to fetus
- Women of childbearing age
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Cough
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Swelling of face and head
- African descent
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High potassium
- Current kidney problems
- Medicines that increase potassium
- Use of salt substitutes
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Worsening kidney problems
- History of kidney problems
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Low blood pressure
- Taking with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that lower your blood pressure
Cozaar (Losartan)
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: SERIES II
About High blood pressure
Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into the arteries. Your blood pressure is highest when your heart beats, pumping the blood. This is called systolic pressure. When your heart is at rest, between beats, your blood pressure falls. This is called diastolic pressure. Your blood pressure reading uses these two numbers. Usually the systolic number comes before or above the diastolic number. A reading of119/79 or lower is normal blood pressure140/90 or higher is high blood pressure Between 120 and 139 for the top number, or between 80 and 89 for the bottom number is called prehypertension.
Prehypertension means you may end up with high blood pressure, unless you take steps to prevent it.High blood pressure usually has no symptoms, but it can cause serious problems such as stroke, heart failure, heart attack and kidney failure.You can control high blood pressure through healthy lifestyle habits and taking medicines, if needed. NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Are there other issues with high blood pressure medication?
It can be hard to predict which drugs will work for you, but we know some are less effective in older people or those of African Caribbean background. Most people will need more than one drug to control their blood pressure.
It is estimated that more than half of patients do not take their medications as prescribed. This contributes to poor blood pressure control and increased risk of stroke and heart attack.
Part of the problem is that with hypertension, the condition itself usually does not cause symptoms that remind you to take medications. Asking your doctor for once-a-day tablets and building it into your daily routine can help. A dosette box (pill box with compartments for each day, and times of the day if necessary) may help. You can get them at most pharmacies
Cozaar (Losartan)
Prescription only
Lowers blood pressure.
Cozaar (Losartan) is a good blood pressure-lowering medicine that protects kidney function like an ACE inhibitor, but with fewer side effects..
UPSIDE:
- A first-choice blood pressure treatment for many people.
- Lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Similar to ACE inhibitors (like Lisinopril), with fewer side effects like cough and swelling.
- Protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
- Recommended for anyone with heart failure since it lowers the risk of death and further damage to your heart.
DOWNSIDE:
- Requires a yearly blood test to see how the medicine is affecting your body.
- Not safe to use if you’re pregnant.
USED FOR:
- High blood pressure
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Stroke prevention
- High blood pressure with diabetes
- Lower heart attack and stroke risk
- Diabetes prevention
- Diabetic kidney disease
- Kidney disease
- Erectile dysfunction
- Gout
- Heart failure
- High urine calcium
- Enlarged heart
- Atrial fibrillation prevention
DOSAGE FORMS:
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Pill
Lowest price
4 possible side effects
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Upper respiratory infection 8%
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Dizziness 3%
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Back pain 2%
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Nasal congestion 2%
Risks and risk factors
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Harm to fetus
- Women of childbearing age
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Liver damage
- Concurrent liver disease
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Heart problems due to high potassium
- Current kidney problems
- Medicine that increase potassium
- Use of salt substitute