Here's something that I found interesting as I battle to get my BP down and my DM in control - "Tight diabetic BP control not linked to improved CVD outcomes"
http://www.incirculation.net/NewsIt...diabetic-BP-control-not-link.aspx?usechannel=
They conclude: “At this time, there is no compelling evidence to indicate that lowering systolic BP below 130 mmHg is beneficial for patients with diabetes; thus emphasis should be placed on maintaining systolic BP between 130 and 139 mmHg while focusing on weight loss, healthful eating, and other manifestations of cardiovascular morbidity.”
Good news and bad news then... 8)
http://www.incirculation.net/NewsIt...diabetic-BP-control-not-link.aspx?usechannel=
They conclude: “At this time, there is no compelling evidence to indicate that lowering systolic BP below 130 mmHg is beneficial for patients with diabetes; thus emphasis should be placed on maintaining systolic BP between 130 and 139 mmHg while focusing on weight loss, healthful eating, and other manifestations of cardiovascular morbidity.”
Good news and bad news then... 8)
