high blood pressure?

Question

i have high blood pressure problem but im still in shape.

i think a problem is that i drink tea too often? is that bad for blood pressure?and what drinks will help it?

Answer 1

I don't think it has too much to do with the tea. You need to excercise regularly and eat less salt. Eat foods rich in pottassium, they bring down the sodium level and the blood pressure. I mean foods like figs, prunes, bananas.. Meditation does wonders for your blood pressure. Check regularly.

Answer 2

Blood pressure measurements don't count for anything if you've been walking around. Ideally, you should be sitting down for at least 5 minutes or so. Blood pressure also can vary during the day, so it's best to get measurements from similar times during the day. No caffeine in the morning either. These measurements should be repeated on a few separate occasions. Some people get "white coat hypertension" when they go to the doctor's office because they are nervous. Probably blood pressure medicines wouldn't kill you. But you don't necessarily need blood pressure medicines if your blood pressure is only high while active. When doctors study the effects of high blood pressure, they study the effects of people who are diagnosed with it as described above. You are probably at no higher cardiac risk from your blood pressure.

Answer 3

The thing about High B.P's is that u can get them simply because your mother, father or some relative had it. Being in shape is great. At least its a great start. It will make sure that the risk of developing complications are reduced. As for the tea, u didn't say what type of tea it is whether herbal or not or if caffeinated. Some herbal teas esp caffeinated ones were initially thought to have ephedrine in them which can lead to an increased risk of coronary disease if taken repeatedly but recent research says that caffeinated drinks have to effect on high blood pressure but its caffeinated Cola that does.

http://www.hms.harvard.edu/news/pressreleases/bwh/1105coffee.html
Since there is a controversy on that, i'd say that its best to avoid caffeinated drinks all together.
However, if ur tea is not caffeinated, then there is no real effect on ur blood pressure.

For now, the real deal not about the drinks u take or will take that will make a difference but more of what u do..ie your lifestyle that will help. What u need to do is to invest in exercises at least 3-4times a week for at least 30mins. Tone down on salt, increase ur intake of veggies & fruits as well decrease fats, fast food,meat etc. And of course be very compliant with your drugs.
They are:

Eat more fruits and vegetables -- preferably fresh and organic. Eat a variety of vegetables, not just the same tomatoes and salads.
Reduce salt intake
Try to shed some pounds
Learn how to Sleep better and deeper. Consider the occasional use of Good Night Rx.
Reduce alcohol intake.
Reduce or stop smoking.
Try to have less stress in your daily life.
Reduce fat intake, such as meats, lard, bacon, hydrogenated oils -- fats found in fish are good.
Reduce caffeine-intake -- skip that second cup of coffee, substitute caffeine-free herbal drinks, limit herbal teas with caffeine to one or two cups.
Exercise, walk at least one mile per day.
Drink more water.
Drink soy milk and reduce intake of regular milk

You'd be amazed at the world of difference this would make to your blood pressure in as little as 6months. But, it has to be a long term thing.

Goodluck!

Answer 4

Caffeine is not good for people with HPB. I once had HPB but I have got it under control and I have laid down my pills, but let me remind you that everyone is different. I implemented a natural and healthy plan into my life that consist of three things. A natural and healthy energy drink, a natural and healthy super antioxident juice, and a natural and healthy weight loss plan. I started this just a little over 40 days ago and my HPB was under control in about 2 weeks but I still monitor it daily but so far it has been steady and normal. Best of luck to you and your health

Answer 5

High bp can be hereditary, drink decaffeinated tea and check with your doctor to ensure that you don't have to take high bp meds.

Answer 6

Sodium can cause blood pressure to rise. There can be many reasons for increased blood pressure. Stress can also be a factor.

About 65 million American adults—nearly 1 in 3—have high blood pressure.

In the United States, high blood pressure occurs more often in African Americans than in Caucasians. Compared to other groups, African Americans:

Tend to get high blood pressure earlier in life
Usually have more severe high blood pressure
Have a higher death rate from stroke, heart disease, and kidney failure
Many people get high blood pressure as they get older. Over half of all Americans aged 60 and older have high blood pressure. This is not a part of healthy aging! There are things you can do to help keep your blood pressure normal, such as eating a healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight, and getting enough physical activity.

Your chances of developing high blood pressure are also higher if you:

Are overweight
Are a man over the age of 45
Are a woman over the age of 55
Have a family history of high blood pressure
Have prehypertension (that is, blood pressure in the 120–139/80–89 mmHg range)
Other things that can raise blood pressure include:

Eating too much salt
Drinking too much alcohol
Not getting enough potassium in your diet
Not doing enough physical activity
Taking certain medicines
Having long-lasting stress
Smoking (smoking can cause a temporary rise in blood pressure)

In many people with high blood pressure, a single specific cause is not known. This is called essential or primary high blood pressure. Research is ongoing to find the causes of essential high blood pressure.
In some people, high blood pressure is the result of another medical problem or medicine. When the cause is known, this is called secondary high blood pressure.

How Is High Blood Pressure Treated?

Usually, the goal is to keep your blood pressure below 140/90 mmHg (130/80 mmHg if you have diabetes or chronic kidney disease). Ask your doctor what your blood pressure goal should be.

Some people can prevent or control high blood pressure by changing to healthier habits, such as:

Following the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Eating Plan, which includes cutting down on salt and sodium and eating healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products
Losing excess weight and staying at a healthy weight
Being physically active (for example, walking 30 minutes every day)
Quitting smoking
Limiting alcohol intake
Sometimes blood pressure stays too high even when a person makes these kinds of healthy changes. In that case, it is necessary to add medicine to help lower blood pressure. Medicines will control your blood pressure, but they cannot cure it. You will need to take blood pressure medicine for a long time.

Blood pressure medicines work in different ways to lower blood pressure. Often, two or more medicines work better than one. Some medicines lower blood pressure by removing extra fluid and salt from your body. Others affect blood pressure by slowing down the heartbeat or by relaxing and widening blood vessels.
You can take steps to prevent high blood pressure. These steps include:

Keeping a healthy weight
Being physically active
Following a healthy eating plan, such as DASH, that emphasizes fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy foods
Choosing and preparing foods with less salt and sodium
Quitting smoking
Drinking alcohol in moderation if you drink

If you have high blood pressure, it is important that you:

Keep track of your blood pressure (See NHLBI's "My Blood Pressure Wallet Card" for help tracking your blood pressure ). Learn to take your own blood pressure at home or have it regularly checked by a health care professional. Write it down each time (with date).
Talk to your health care provider about the names and dosages of your blood pressure medicines and how to take them.
If you think you're having other problems (side effects) from taking your medicine, talk to your doctor. Another medicine may be better for you, or the problem may not be related to the medicine.
Refill your blood pressure medicines before they run out.
Take your blood pressure medicines exactly as directed—don't skip days or cut pills in half.
Keep your followup appointments with your health care provider.
Choose healthier habits—for example, eat a heart healthy diet, get regular physical activity, and don't smoke.
Ask your doctor or health care provider questions about your treatment and what you need to do to take care of yourself and lower your high blood pressure.
Remember, high blood pressure has no symptoms. If you have high blood pressure, you will not be able to tell by the way that you feel.