6 Ways To Naturally Reduce Blood Pressure
There are numerous ways in which we can reduce blood pressure readings without medications. In the medical profession it is automatic that as soon as high blood pressure is diagnosed medication is prescribed. In a lot of cases many doctors seem to be unaware of ways in which we can reduce high blood pressure readings naturally. It is worth doing a bit of research either in the library or on the internet into natural ways in which you can successfully reduce blood pressure. Please, do consult your doctor about the possibility of using holistic remedies along side your prescription drugs to ensure the combination is a safe one.
It is possible to reduce blood pressure using only natural remedies this is very much an area where interest is growing as it is becoming very costly to use prescription medication all the time and there are also the side effects which can be unpleasant to consider. There are many remedies out there but here are 6 which I have found to be successful.
The use of magnesium can reduce blood pressure as part of a healthy diet, as well as reducing blood pressure it provides extra help in supporting the heart and nerves as well as strengthening teeth and bones. If it is not possible to have a high enough intake purely through diet it can be taken in supplement form. A recommended 500mg per day should be the target quantity.
Another mineral which should be considered is potassium which is important in the function of the heart muscle and the nervous system. Again it is possible to fulfil your potassium requirements through diet but it can also be taken as a supplement.
There is One very commonly used ingredient that has proven to be excellent in the fight to reduce blood pressure. Garlic, widely used in cooking helps by making the risk of developing atherosclerosis smaller and therefore reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Garlic works by keeping blood at the correct thickness and promotes a healthy circulatory system. The huge disadvantage of using garlic is of course the smell it leaves on ones breath. The answer to this problem is simple, use an odourless garlic supplement instead of cooking with increased amounts. One extra advantage of increasing the amount of garlic you consume is that it can also reduce the risk of cancer!
The hawthorn plant is found in the northern areas of Europe and has been found to be one of the most successful natural remedies to reduce blood pressure and is therefore one of the most popular supplements. Taken in capsule form it works by strengthening the heart muscle which is why it is often given after a patient has suffered a mild form of heart failure. However it is most commonly taken as a method of prevention rather than cure of heart disease.
There is a seemingly endless list of remedies which have been seen to reduce blood pressure and you may want to try many. The six which are outlined are probably the most popular and most widely used. There really is nothing to loose - give the natural approach to high blood pressure a chance.
Stress and anxiety is widely known to be a major contributor to raised blood pressure. There is a herb called Valerian which treats these symptoms by calming the nervous system and regulating the heart beat and making the patient less anxious all of which work together to reduce blood pressure. This remedy is available in numerous forms from teas to capsules.
The last natural remedy which has a proven record is the amino acid L-Argine which is widely found in foods containing wheat and meat. It helps reduce blood pressure by keeping cholesterol levels within acceptable limits and ensures the health of the bodies circulation system thus regulating the blood pressure.