Natural herbal &
homeopathic remedies for High blood pressure or
hypertension
High Blood Pressure
Learn about arguably the most
effective HERBAL remedies, including Hawthorn &
Guelder Rose
bark (using Full Spectrum Approach™); dietary recommendations &
precautionary measures for controlling your hypertension NATURALLY.
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- Jennifer M., USA
Blood pressure is the force the
blood exerts against the inside
walls of the blood vessels. High blood
pressure is nothing but the increase in the blood pressure of these
arteries. Usually blood pressure greater than 140/85 Hg is
considered high.
High blood pressure or
hypertension (hyper means ‘excessive’ and
tension here means ‘pressure’), affects nearly 30% of the
population in the western world and is more common in men than
pre-menopausal women due to hormonal differences but as men and
women age, the reverse is true - more older women (55+) have high
blood pressure than men of the same age. It is considered as a
silent killer as it eats up so many lives without giving its victims
any prior warnings in the way of symptoms. Hence it is always
considered safe and mandatory to get your BP checked at regular
intervals once you are past 30.
It normally comes in the middle age as a part of the natural aging
process but is hereditary too. Unhealthy diet habits are also prime
reasons for this potentially dangerous disease which increases the
workload of the heart, weakens the blood vessel walls and
accelerates hardening of the arteries and the formation of fatty
deposits inside the blood vessels.
All this makes you more susceptible to heart failure, strokes,
coronary artery disease, heart attacks, kidney failure, other blood
vessel disorders, eye disorders (problems related to the retina
including blindness),
impotence in men, decreased orgasm in women,
and memory impairment and dementia.
Naturopaths recognize that high blood pressure may be a sign or
symptom of imbalance in the body and thus recommend a combination of
lifestyle changes and natural remedies to remove the causes of the
high blood pressure, rather than simply just treating the symptoms.
Continue reading if you are interested in saving yourself
from the DEADLY side-effects of conventional anti-hypertension
drugs.
Fatigue, breathlessness after slightest of the works
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Buzzing sensation in the ears
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Nausea
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Pain at the back of the head and neck on waking in the
morning. It usually disappears soon
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Frequent dizziness or visual disturbances
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Pain in heart region
If you feel any of the above symptoms, immediately see
your doctor. If your doctor finds your blood pressure
above the danger point of 140/90 on multiple readings
(via a simple instrument with a complicated name:
sphygmomanometer), he shall arrange for you to have an ECG, a chest X-ray and blood and urine tests along with
a thorough physical examination to find out the root
cause of your elevated BP.
Causes
of essential high blood pressure are not completely known but it is
believed that they are either one or a combination of the below
mentioned ones:
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Age (blood pressure normally increases as you age)
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It may be running genetically in the family.
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Anxiety (in men and not women), stress and even noise
pollution are the usual suspects.
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High blood pressure is also linked to obesity and
high
alcohol intake.
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Low levels of a naturally occurring agent, nitric oxide,
which is responsible for the dilation of blood vessels
which in turn is important for the blood to flow
unobtrusively through the vessels (people of African
American origin are believed to have pretty low levels
of nitric oxide)
Cause of secondary high blood pressure usually belongs to one of
the below mentioned ones:
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Diet related problems during pregnancy and as an infant
have also known to be causes for high blood pressure in
ones latter life.
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Kidney problems or hormonal imbalances like adrenal
gland malfunction (Cushing’s syndrome and Cushing’s
disease).
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Over use or long-term use of nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), specifically in aged
people
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Side effects of certain medications, such as oral
contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, steroids
and pseudoephedrine.
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Heavy coffee consumption (6+ cups per day) - Heavy coffee
consumption actually exacerbates the symptoms in those
who have hypertension and initiates in those who have
previously had high blood pressure
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Anxiety, stress and mood disorders like
depression.
These may have a direct impact on the blood vessels or
they may otherwise take the person to behave abnormally
by leading an unhealthy life by resorting to habits such
as heavy alcohol consumption and poor weight management.
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Use of strong stimulants like cocaine or even the herb
licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) can cause or worsen
existing hypertension.
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Sedentary lifestyle with little or no physical exercise
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Obstructive sleep apnea (when breathing stops due to the
obstruction of the air passages during sleep)
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Smoking may also trigger and sustain hypertension.
There are many different prescription drugs for high blood pressure
including vasodilators, alpha-blockers, beta-blockers, diuretics,
etc. Each has a different way of working and different drugs may
work for different people. You may need to try a variety before you
find the right drug or combination of drugs suitable for you. Some
examples of medication that your doctor may recommend are: enalapril
(Vasotec), losartan (Cozaar), atenolol (Tenormin), and furosemide (Lasix).
Like many synthetic drugs, anti-hypertensive medication has a
risk of causing side effects, which depend on the person as well
as the type of drug being taken. These can include dizziness,
nausea, stomach problems, fatigue, impotence, insomnia, loss of
appetite, and low blood pressure among others. Always speak to your
doctor if you are having problems.
Extremely high blood pressure (malignant hypertension) or rapidly
worsening hypertension (accelerated hypertension) most definitely
requires treatment using conventional medicine. Remember, as blood
pressure requires monitoring and in some cases the use of blood
pressure-lowering drugs, alternative treatment for even moderate
hypertension must be strictly taken under medical supervision only
There
are a number of herbal and homeopathic remedies that are well known
for their ability to control high blood pressure with great success.
Unlike conventional medicines, which do not always address the root
cause, natural remedies can do this without the risk of side
effects or addiction.
In keeping with a holistic approach to health, Naturopaths recognize
that high blood pressure may be a sign or symptom of imbalance in
the body and thus recommend a combination of lifestyle changes
and natural remedies to remove the causes of the high blood
pressure, rather than simply just treating the symptoms.
Remember to always source your natural remedies from a reputable
company in order to ensure safety, efficacy, and correct therapeutic
dosage.
Note: Do not make changes to your prescription medication without
first consulting your doctor.
Herbs such asHawthorn, Passion Flower, Guelder Rose
bark &
Ginkgo Biloba
- help to balance and regulate blood pressure
- address some of the contributory factors causing high
blood pressure
- target blood vessels which have become constricted
- improve the heart's ability to pump blood effectively
- treat and prevent plaque build up in the arteries
- reduce stress and boost the body's ability to fight
illness
- They improve the flow of blood to the heart and by
relaxing the involuntary muscles, check the high blood
pressure as well
- Promote coronary artery health and integrity
- Support healthy energy levels and soothe common
nervous tension
- Support healthy pumping action of the heart and the
maintenance of a regular heartbeat
This they achieve by dilating the
blood vessels and reducing their resistance to the blood
flow. Because they reduce heart palpitations, they have
a splendid calming effect on the nervous system.
Promotes water balance to maintain blood
pressure, cardiovascular, liver and gall
bladder health.
Some
most effective home made remedies for High Blood Pressure are:
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Curry leaves juice – Take a handful of curry
leaves, wash them thoroughly and put them in the mixer.
Add ½ a glass of water, churn well and sieve. Add juice
of a lemon and drink. Do this thrice a day for around 2
months, then cut down to once each day.
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Take 1-2 cloves of garlic first thing in the morning. If
you can’t eat, swallow with water, but then do it twice
a day. Garlic reduces spasms of the small arteries
besides bringing down the pulse rate and modifying the
heart rhythm. It also relieves the symptoms of
dizziness, numbness and breathlessness.
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Watermelon - The juice of the seeds of watermelon
contains Kurkur bosytrine, which broadens
the capillaries. It therefore acts straight on the
kidneys and lowers the blood pressure. Grind watermelon
seeds and put them in a cup of boiling water and let
them soak for an hour. Then stir, strain and drink. Take
4 doses daily.
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Lemon - It strengthens the heart by making the
blood arteries flexible and soft allowing easy passage
of blood. Your heart will remain strong for a long time
to come with regular usage of lemon. For this, take
lemon in water several times a day.
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Another juice that is extremely effective in high BP is
that of honey, ginger and cumin (one teaspoon each)
twice a day.
A healthy, well-balanced, low fat diet is extremely
important for hypertension patients. Fresh fruits and
vegetables are a must ( garlic should be included ) as
the potassium present in them counters the effect of
salt taken which in turn is a blood pressure increasing
agent. Kidney patients, though, should keep a watch over
their potassium intake. This diet of fruits and
vegetables will also provide you with anti-oxidants, so
very important for your general well being. This diet
gets rid of the toxins in the body as well.
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Drink plenty of water, a minimum of 10 glasses in a day.
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Cut down on salt - Avoid the salt shaker along with
pickled and salted foods, as anyway the processed foods
which one cannot totally avoid have some salt content.
Remember, only dramatic reduction in the salt intake can
bring about a positive effect on your blood pressure.
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Oily fish with sparse salt is good for hypertensive
patients. Fish oil has omega-3 fatty acids which are
extremely effective blood pressure reducing agents. Oily
fish such as salmon (especially Atlantic and red, canned
in brine), sardines (canned in water), mackerel (canned
in brine), mullet, tuna etc., and pecans and trevally
are all easily available. Walnuts are also an extremely
good source of omega-3.
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As food allergens are quite capable of increasing your
blood pressure, watch out for them in your diet. The
usual suspects are dairy products, wheat (gluten), corn,
certain or all preservatives and food additives. Get
yourself checked for allergies if you and your doctor
feel that allergy may be the prime suspect for your
hypertension.
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Increase intake of foods high in B-vitamins and calcium,
such as almonds, beans (good source of proteins as
well), whole grains (don’t take if allergic) and dark
leafy greens (such as spinach and kale). Brown rice has
low cholesterol and sodium content, but is rich in
calcium, hence wonderful as a staple diet. Calcium
soothes and relaxes the nervous system and also helps in
relieving the symptoms of high blood pressure.
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Limit your sugar intake. Although not as bad as salt for
your elevated blood pressure, excessive or unnecessary
intake of sugar is surely considered as a threat for
your BP.
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Avoid refined foods such as white breads and pastas and
reduce or eliminate trans-fatty acids, mostly found in
commercially baked goods such as cookies, crackers,
cakes, French fries, donuts and processed foods and
margarine.
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Never reuse vegetable oils for frying, especially oils
with high concentrations of unsaturated fatty acids
(such as sunflower or safflower oil), as it results in
the production of degradation products (such as lipid
peroxides or polymers) which increase the blood
pressure. Instead use light oils such as olive oil.
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Pregnant women must take proper diet. Infants should
also be given a balanced diet. These two actions taken
today might save your child from hypertension tomorrow.
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This balance diet formula works wonders for adults too.
If you play too much with your diet, you are bound to
get a lot more diseases along with hypertension.
Take proper rest, at least in the form of sleep. A
minimum of eight hours of sleep is highly recommended.
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Obesity, and this holds true for people of any age, is a
sure shot cause of high blood pressure. So reduce your
weight to appropriate levels (your doctor will guide you
in this matter).
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Keep your mind relaxed by doing some kind of meditation,
if possible, and try to keep your anxiety level low.
Although there are many options like self hypnosis,
biofeedback and transcendental meditation (TM) or
progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) program; yoga is
supposed to be the most effective.
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Other methods include
acupuncture,
spinal manipulation
(chiropractic), auricular (ear) acupressure etc. but in
most of the cases it is a bit difficult to gauge there
effectiveness after you have gone through the process,
i.e. it is not known whether the BP keeps low after the
therapy is over. So, if you opt for the above, be very
specific and continue as long as your trainer says.
Actually, the same goes for yoga as well, as you have to
continue forever to attain and sustain the desired
result.
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Say NO to tobacco and reduce alcohol consumption (not
more than two units a day for men and one unit in case
of women).
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Brisk walking (not jogging) is the best medicine for hypertensive
patients, especially older people.
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People with hypertension should be careful while taking
drugs like ergotamine.
Practicing good dietary & exercise regime & taking some
precautions as discussed above, along with the mentioned
herbal remedies can definitely provide you with the NATURAL
assistance you need in lowering down your high blood
pressure - without any side-effects.
Promotes water balance to maintain blood
pressure, cardiovascular, liver and gall
bladder health.
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- Krishnan
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