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High Blood Pressure - treatment and services.

Find out how our team of experienced dietitians can help you.

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High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a dangerous condition of the cardiovascular system that causes serious damage to the blood vessels and heart. Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and greatly increases the risk of premature death from coronary heart disease (CHD) or stroke. Blood pressure usually rises with age, with 30% of the population aged 30 and 70% of those aged 70 having hypertension.

Person having a blood pressure test
Virtual-Clinic-Service

Virtual Appointment

Available through our virtual clinic.

Our virtual clinic makes it easy to connect with one of our specialist clinicians, while still ensuring personalised treatment and effective results, wherever you are.

1: Book Your Appointment

Use our online booking tool to select an appointment at a time & date that suit you.

2: Register Your Account

If it's your first time using our service, you'll need to register your account with us.

2: Appointment Confirmed

You'll receive an email with clear instructions showing you how to join your virtual appointment.

4: Chat with your clinician

Your dietitian will join virtually to discuss your diet, lifestyle & health goals.

Nutrition Tailored To You

How We Can Help

It is important to visit your GP if you think you are at risk or high blood pressure. Your GP will measure your blood pressure, but they may also screen for other health markers if they think it is necessary. After you visit your GP, it is recommended that you consult with a Dietitian.

Hypertension cannot be cured fully but it can be managed and controlled through small diet modifications and other modest lifestyle changes.

What is a healthy blood pressure?

Blood pressure is recorded with two numbers. The systolic pressure (higher number) is the force at which your heart pumps blood around your body. The diastolic pressure (lower number) is the resistance to the blood flow in the blood vessels. They’re both measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg)

As a general guide:

  • High blood pressure – 140/90mmHg or higher
  • Ideal blood pressure – between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg
  • Low blood pressure – 90/60mmHg or lower

A blood pressure reading between 120/80mmHg and 140/90mmHg could mean you’re at risk of developing high blood pressure if you don’t take steps to keep your blood pressure under control.

During your initial consultation, your Dietitian will assess your diet and lifestyle. The overall aim of diet therapy is to achieve a healthy blood pressure level to reduce the risk of stroke and/or a heart attack.

Your Dietitian will also carry out a complete nutritional assessment, taking a diet history, body composition analysis including weight, BMI, waist circumference, body fat percentage, lean body mass, waist to hip measurement and more. You will receive:

  • A starter meal plan tailored to you
  • Recipe book to suit your dietary requirements
  • Tailored advice and action points
How-We-Can-Help

Our patient’s health journeys

Stefania Opinto
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I have worked with Karen for my dietetics needs and I found Karen very knowledgable , professional and empathetic . She has always been giving me great advices and tips to correct my eating habits and lots also of recipes to cook for the family. I did see the results I wanted to achieve thanks to Karen and I am looking forward to continue my work with her. Stefania
Tim Folan
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I have worked with Karen for over 2 years to manage my diet and review my regular health checks. I find the service to be excellent, Karen is very helpful & professional, I intend to continue working with the Digital clinic in the future. Regards, Tim.
Maria Fogerty
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I have attended Karen for about 2 years to help with management of a chronic illness and she has been fantastic. Very professional and knowledgeable, very encouraging and has done everything possible to help. I could not recommend her more highly.
Alan Byrne
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Very friendly, helpful and non-judgemental advice. Reasonably priced service. Tailored diet plan to suit individual needs. Great explanations of different terms. Very happy overall
Andrew O
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Great service from Michelle, concise and to the point, lots of information given me a great base to work from. Would recommend to anyone looking for a dietician/nutritionist to kickstart them towards their fitness goals!
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High Blood Pressure

Service Information

How Much Does It Cost?

30-Minute Video Appointment With A Registered Dietitian: €50

30-Minute Appointment (Video or In-Person) At A Specialty Clinic: €50

Monday – Friday: 9am to 5pm

Saturday: 8am to 4pm

Sunday: Closed

*Please note, opening times can vary between clinics

This service is currently available nationwide through our Virtual Clinic

We work with all major insurers – Vhi, Laya and Irish Life. We recommend you check your own policy for its terms and conditions to see what cover you have.

Our Patient Services team is available to help you Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.

Call Us: 01 679 9685

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