Hypertension
Posted on January 16, 2012
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Hypertension is more commonly known as high blood pressure which is also considered as “Silent Killer”.
Blood pressure is measured by two numbers. Highest number/systolic pressure is measured when the heart contracts and lowest/diastolic pressure is measured when heart relaxes between the beats.
Pressure of blood is normal if systolic is less than 120 and diastolic is less than 80.
It ups and downs are known with different names:
•Pre-hypertension 120-139/ 80-89
•level/Stage 1: High blood pressure 140-159/90-99
•Level/Stage 2: High blood pressure higher than 160/100
Symptoms of hypertension are dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, chest pain and shortness of breath.
Few Symptoms of hypertension are too common to know that one is actually suffering from high blood pressure until and unless his blood pressure is measured. If hypertension is not treated for a long time then it could be a major risk factor for diseases such as heart attacks, kidney failures, strokes and such other disorders.
Tips to lower the blood pressure
Olive oil lowers blood pressure.
Salt restriction and fish oil supplementation lower blood pressure.
Daily supplementation of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) can significantly reduce blood pressure in people suffering from hypertension.
Mix 1gm of garlic in one glass of buttermilk and drink twice a day
The herb “Triphala” can be mixed with warm water and had regularly at night.
Include lots of garlic in regular diet
Our diet affects blood pressure. Vegetarians, for example, tend to have lower blood pressures than non-vegetarians. A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products is highly effective in lowering blood pressure.
Sour milk reduces blood pressure.
Eating two or three raw garlic cloves on empty stomach is also said to lower blood pressure
To lower the cholesterol level, one teaspoon of fenugreek seeds can be soaked overnight in water and had on an empty stomach in morning.
Relaxation therapy controls high blood pressure.
Fish oils recommended for diabetes and hypertension.
We will continue this topic with more info and tips!!
