What is the best way to lower high blood pressure?

Question

My husband has high blood pressure and been prescribed Crestor & Micardis. But, due to high costs, we are unable to afford his medications. What are YOUR food suggestions? Everyone always say "diet and exercise" and we know that. My husband does not have a problem with his weight. He's 38 years old, 165lbs., 5'7" tall. He's still muscular (somewhat) due to years of body building. His siblings (all under 45 years old) & parents are all under medication for high blood pressure & high cholesterol.

Answer 1

naturally stay off caffeine and salt

but I add the following to my diet

bananas - we need added potassium to keep our electrolytes balanced

celery - I eat 4 stalks a day because one mans bp dropped 50 points in a few weeks doing this

1tablespoon Apple cider Vinegar in warm water and honey

eat oatmeal for breakfast

of course drink water

add walking to his regiment

Answer 2

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Answer 3

3 years ago, I was diagnosed - hypertension with a reading of 160/100. I used to feel dizzy a lot, my legs had awful cramps, and levels were very low in my potassium, causing my fingers and toes to always cramp together. One day I started to feel really faint while I was driving with my daughter in the back seat and I passed out, hitting 3 cars and ending up in a ditch. That moment,I knew I had to do something because my meds weren't working. I heard about this diet from a friend and thought I'd give it a shot. The results have been remarkable. In just 21 days, I honestly can't remember feeling this good, my blood pressure went from 175/110 to 125/70.

Answer 4

i just went through this.

My doctor prescribed. A clove of garlic (raw) or a bulb cooked a day and bananas.

This worked in a matter of 7 days, it lowered my blood pressure by 12 points systolic and the bottom number went down about 20.

From 168/110 to 156/81

Answer 5

Sometimes you need to take medicine - despite diet and exercise. Naturally he should stay away from salt. Go meatless as much as possible. Try the veggie burgers - they are really lots better then they used to be. Fish - especially those high in omega 3 fats are really good for your heart. There is some programs for people who cannot afford medicine. Try the website below - you may find that you don't have to pay for the medications at all.

Answer 6

sadly it sounds like he is doing everything right.. it must just be genetics. i have a family with high blood pressure and at 24 had to start taking meds also.i would discuss this issue with the doctor, maybe he will be able to prescribe something that works as well with a lower cost. good luck hun

Answer 7

Nothing but medicine is going to help since his problem is genetic. You have no choice but to keep him on medication.
Here are 2 comparable medicines that seem affordable:
http://www.inhousepharmacy.com/heart-health/atorlip.html
http://www.inhousepharmacy.com/heart-health/capoten.html
Even if these are not exactly what he is prescribed, they are better than nothing. Or, you could always ask the doctor for a $4 generic blood pressure medicine. High doses of niacin sometimes brings cholesterol down.

Answer 8

Keep his salt [sodium] intake below 2000mg per day. Read your food labels.
Let the doctor know you can't afford these medicines. They can prescribe cheaper ones, or they can contact the drug company for you to get them free.

Answer 9

stay away from salt, starchy foods, drink diet pop, butter

Answer 10

workout