In Western industrialised countries it is estimated that one third of the adult population has high blood pressure and of these one in three will not realise they have the disease because it is a silent killer.
Normal blood pressure has a reading below 120/80mmHg (Systolic/diastolic). Between 120-139/80-89 is the normal reading for pre-hypertensions and a reading of 140-160/90-100 and above indicates stage one and two hypertension. There are normally no symptoms of high blood pressure in its early stages, though symptoms can include nosebleeds, headaches and dizziness.
No one identifiable cause has been singled out for high blood pressure, though secondary hypertension is caused by an underlying condition and thus has a cause ” but it is mostly a combination of lifestyle factors. Such thing as excess weight, lack of physical exercise, smoking, alcohol consumption and high salt diet, stress and of course age and family history play a part.
There are many natural remedies and lifestyle changes which can help to get your blood pressure lower naturally. A doctor will likely recommend medication for controlling high blood pressure and in severe cases this is completely necessary, but it is best to try and work with your doctor to beat high blood pressure naturally, after all untreated hypertension is a leading cause of heart attack, kidney disease and stroke and even mild hypertension can damage organs if left untreated.
One natural remedy is coenzyme Q10, which has very positive results in lowering hhigh blood pressure. Garlic has been used successfully for high nlood pressure as it is a natural blood thinner, including it in your diet will help though if you are taking garlic supplements just be sure and check with a doctor that there will be no reactions with other medications you may take.
Hawthorn is another great herb often used by traditional herbal healers for treating high blood pressure. Studies have shown marked reductions in blood pressure from patients using hawthorn extract and there have been no issues with herb-drug interactions from using the supplement.
Potassium, magnesium and calcium have all shown a positive impact on high blood pressure. Potassium helps counter the effects of salt on the kidneys and helps to lower blood pressure there. Before getting medicated makes sure you explore all your options, because there are plenty of herbal and natural remedies out there.
Stress is also a significant factor in high blood pressure, so learning to de-stress your life is essential to controlling the disorder. The fight against hypertension can also be helped by using your mind ” techniques such as autogenic training and biofeedback have shown postivie impacts on high blood pressure. Both techniques are about learning to control otherwise involuntary functions like breathing, temperature, heart rate and of course blood pressure. These techniques are positive life practices, though they do require a lot of effort.
Walking daily and other low impact aerobic exercise also has a positive impact on blood pressure as low impact exercise evens blood flow and lowers resting heart rate and therefore blood pressure. It is not recommended for hypertensive patients to partake in high intensity exercise and any new exercise regime should be run past your doctor for safetys sake.
Alternative medicines such as Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicines also have natural remedies for high blood pressure. Every treatment will be different with Ayurvedic medicine as it treats each person according to their constitutional type . Chinese medicine sees a lack of vital energy or Qi as being realted to high blood pressure and emotional issues such as depression and anger linked to hypertension. Chinese medicine practitioners tend to use acupuncture in conjunction with herbs for treatment.
It is vital to remember that natural remedies work, and can work quickly to have you back in control of your life. If you think you are at risk, or if you suffer from high blood pressure then finding natural ways to control and prevent hypertension is essential.
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