High blood pressure is a chronic medical condition wherein there is force of blood that pushes against the wall of the arteries as your heart pumps blood. It is also known as hypertension. If the pressure rises, it can ruin the arteries and also the body in many ways. It is classified as primary or secondary. According to recent numbers, one in every three adults in the U.S. has high blood pressure. There are 90 to 95% of cases that fail to show a cause. People with high blood pressure may experience dizziness, nausea, headache, and blurry vision. But don’t worry; the high blood pressure has natural remedies. Here are the some ways you may use.
1. Garlic- It is a bulb that is common and available to be beneficial. Garlic can effectively reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure. It is necessary that you approach the use of garlic supplements with caution for it has the ability to thin the blood. It may interact with other medicine drugs like Coumadin. It is said to support the cardiovascular system when it is crushed or chewed to produce compound allicin. It is a mild antihypertensive and also an antioxidant.
2. Grape seed- the polyphenols dilate blood vessels; neutralize free radicals and lower cholesterol in the bloodstream and therefore reduces hypertension. But be careful because if combined with Vitamin C the grape seed extract may increase blood pressure.
3. Hawthorn Berries- this can support heart and the circulatory system. It expands blood vessels, reduce the levels of cholesterol and work in the liver to prevent the development of atherosclerosis. Its leaves can be used but the berries are more effective for treating hypertension by lowering the serum cholesterol. It has an antioxidant that removes free radicals. The kind of species of Hawthorn can be found in the Central and Western Europe. Its other names are May bush, Thorn-apple and Whitethorn.
4. Astragalus Centralpinus- it is a powerful herb that lowers blood pressure. The tar extract from the plant can treat chronic heart problems that is related and associated with blood vessels that supply the blood. It serves as a tonic, diuretic and vasodilator.
5. Dandelion- Its flower is edible and is good for salads. Its roots and leaves are used to make tea that acts as a mild diuretic. Dandelions are better than those pharmaceutical diuretics because they do not filter potassium. But you should be careful that dandelion should not be taken if you have blocked bile ducts.
As a conclusion, it is still necessary that you consult your doctors first before taking any herbal remedies. These herbs may work effectively if you use them properly. Some of these herbs and herbal supplements may not be recommended for some people and it is really important to seek advice from health experts. Your health is the most precious wealth. Take good care of it.
By: Robin O.
