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Throughout life we can be surprised by some good and bad events, among them in our health and that deserve extra care and attention, as is the case of high blood pressure. The high pressure can affect people of all ages, especially the elderly and sedentary and need special care not to aggravate health. But not everyone likes or gets used to medications easily and ends up preferring to look for other natural methods for treatment. So we will talk about treatment options for this disease and if there is any natural remedy for high blood pressure as an alternative treatment. But before we talk about treatments, let’s understand what high blood pressure is and what it does to the human body.
What is High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is the abnormal and constant increase in blood pressure as it circulates through the arteries of the human body. It can be verified through a specific exam measurement that will indicate the values. Blood pressure values greater than or equal to 140 X 90 mmHg indicate that the pressure is high.
In the vast majority of cases, high blood pressure is inherited from parents, but it can also be caused by some diseases and factors that can influence the change in blood pressure, such as thyroid problems, obesity, consumption of alcoholic beverages , consumption of excess salt , sedentary lifestyle and bad habits in general in life.
In case of mild hypertension, where the changes are small, some lifestyle changes can help to get around the situation. Practicing physical exercises, losing weight, not abusing alcoholic beverages, reducing the consumption of salt in the diet, not smoking and avoiding stressful situations can control blood pressure levels. If the goal is not achieved, the use of medication for control is inevitable, but only the doctor who is accompanying the patient can indicate the right time to start taking it.
It is worth noting that if high blood pressure is not treated properly, it can worsen and cause other health problems, including male impotence . Once caused, it is unlikely to be bypassed or reversible.
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High Blood Pressure Symptoms
Hypertension or high blood pressure as it is known, is a treacherous and silent disease. Usually when you have symptoms, it is because the situation and the disease are already worsened at an advanced stage. Therefore, the ideal is to discover it in routine consultations and without waiting for symptoms to discover and treat it. The main symptoms of high blood pressure are:
- Headache;
- Blurry vision;
- Ringing in the ear;
- Dizziness;
- Chest pains;
- Lack of air
If you have noticed these symptoms and especially, you are part of the risk group, see a doctor or emergency room immediately to check your blood pressure. Unfortunately, it was prohibited to measure pressure in drugstores and pharmacies, which facilitated assistance in case of suspicion. But still, it is possible to buy portable devices to measure at home , at a very affordable price in pharmacies.
Group of risk
The people who should be even more attentive to symptoms and measure their blood pressure for verification whenever possible are those who are in the risk factors:
- Who have a family history of high blood pressure;
- Obese;
- Who have irregular sleep;
- Smoker;
- Excessive Alcoholic Beverage;
- Sedentary;
- Elderly (over 60 years old);
- Diabetics;
Menopausal women, patients with kidney problems, with sleep apnea, who are experiencing a period of stress or who suffer from hyperthyroidism are also likely to have problems with high blood pressure.
As the old saying goes: It is better to be safe than sorry ”. We know that some diseases, unfortunately, we cannot prevent from occurring, but others, even being part of the risk group, we can reduce the chances of it manifesting itself through care and changes in habits.
Ending a sedentary lifestyle and starting walking or doing aerobic activities, induces the body’s natural release of vasodilating substances and with that, the pressure can keep itself under control. The change in diet is also essential and some foods also help control blood pressure, such as: potassium, calcium and magnesium, which are minerals that help to regulate the contraction of blood vessels and also of the heart.
What must be cut or drastically reduced is the consumption of salt. The recommendation of the WHO (World Health Organization) is to consume a maximum of 5 grams of salt per day , which is equivalent to a teaspoon. We cannot fail to highlight and remember, that some foods may go unnoticed by the amount of salt they have, such as the daily bread, ready-made spices that are a real poison to health, canned sausages and processed foods.
Changing habits, quitting smoking and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption and striving to get a good night’s sleep are essential to have a better quality of life. Do not forget the moments of relaxation and fun, which are super important to live well and reduce the stress of everyday life.
Natural Treatment For High Blood Pressure
Some natural recipes promise to help in the treatment of high blood pressure, as they are indicated as excellent anti hypertensive drugs. Even though its effectiveness has been proven through various researches, none of the natural treatments should be used without the use of pressure control medications and without the doctor’s knowledge.
Completely natural teas and juices and the vast majority with plants and herbs that can be used even in the form of a food supplement, such as garlic, olive leaf extract or valerian.
Garlic Water
Garlic is a great ally to help maintain cardiovascular health in optimal functioning, due to its antioxidant properties that act as a protector of blood vessels, so its consumption in food is recommended, in addition to providing a wonderful flavor in the preparation of meals. .
But in its form of garlic water it is an excellent ally to help control blood pressure, since it stimulates the production of nitric acid, which is a substance with a vasodilating action that improves blood circulation and reduces pressure in the heart.
Preparation mode
With only 1 clove of raw peeled garlic and 100 ml of water, let the garlic rest in the glass with water for 6 to 8 hours, it may be the night while you sleep, since you should drink this water fasting in the morning. You can prepare the garlic water with 1 liter of water and a head of garlic, and then take that water throughout the day.
Olive Leaf Tea
Olive leaves are indicated as one of the best natural remedies for high blood pressure, as they have a blood pressure regulating action through their polyphenols that manage to lower and control it, without the risk of causing hypotension, even if consumed in excess . In addition to its pressure-regulating effect, it causes a calming reaction that helps in controlling constant anxiety.
In addition to tea, there is the option of extracting olive leaves, which are easily found in health food stores in capsules and can be ingested in maximum doses of 500 mg, twice a day, always after meals.
Tea Preparation Method
With just 2 tablespoons of chopped olive leaves and 500 ml of boiling water, let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes. After this period, strain and let cool. The ideal is to drink 3 to 4 cups a day of this tea.
Hibiscus tea
Hibiscus is a plant that has been commercialized and has become very popular for its action in the weight loss process. But it is little known for its other efficacies, among them in reducing blood pressure. This is thanks to their composition of anthocyanins , which are flavonoids that act in the regulation of high blood pressure. To obtain a more satisfactory result, the use of flower petals of darker colors is indicated, the darker the better the effect, since the amount of anthocyanins is greater in these petals.
Preparation mode
In a cup of boiling water, place 1 to 2 grams of hibiscus petals, smother and wait until it is cold before you can take it. Strain and drink 1 or 2 times a day, keeping an average interval of 8 hours between cups. The taste of hibiscus is not very pleasant, so if you are unable to consume fresh, you can add a spoon of honey or a sweetener of your taste.
There are other options for recipes or natural remedy for high blood pressure, such as horsetail tea, mangaba tea, valerian tea and blueberry juice. Each of its way of preparation, ease of consumption and accessibility in value as well. See which one suits your pocket and your need, as well as clear to the taste.
My name is Dr. Alexis Hart I am 38 years old, I am the mother of 3 beautiful children! Different ages, different phases 16 years, 12 years and 7 years. In love with motherhood since always, I found it difficult to make my dreams come true, and also some more after I was already a mother.
Since I imagined myself as a mother, in my thoughts everything seemed to be much easier and simpler than it really was, I expected to get pregnant as soon as I wished, but it wasn’t that simple. The first pregnancy was smooth, but my daughter’s birth was very troubled. Joana was born in 2002 with a weight of 2930kg and 45cm, from a very peaceful cesarean delivery but she had already been born with congenital pneumonia due to a broken bag not treated with antibiotics even before delivery.
