what are some alternative ways to lower blood pressure?

Answer 1

I've hear that cinnamon helps a lot. Eat something with cinnamon in it, like gum, sticks, cakes or candies.
Also, lowering stress. Do stuff like work out a little or maybe take a 15-30 minute walk everyone other day?

Good luck :)

Answer 2

I agree with the other poster that diet is half the battle. Eating more fruits and vegetables and avoiding animal products can make a big difference. Here is a good fact sheet about lowering blood pressure:

http://www.pcrm.org/health/prevmed/high_blood_pressure.html

Answer 3

Losing 20 pounds can lower your blood pressure by at least 10 points. Exercise and eating right and lots of water and avoiding caffeine, salt, sugar, colas...all these things help.

I've eaten garlic and olive oil all my life but when you have history of heart disease in your family it's almost inevitable that it will catch up with you in time, one way or another.

Best to keep your BP down and it will help to keep your heart healthier.

Answer 4

Heart Math and Hawthorn extract both excellent ways to treat underlying causes. Speaking from personal and professional experience.

Answer 5

Stop breathing.. guaranteed to work! Seriously, like the earlier guy said, garlic, oatmeal, and lots of fish (not fried). Changing eating habbits is half the battle. Then the other half is lots of exercise.

Answer 6

Garlic is an excellent choice. Meditation also works very well.

Answer 7

Apply cold to your head and at the same time soak your feet in a hot ( but not very hot) water. It works.

Answer 8

do more exercise,drink lots of plain water,don't eat fat n oil as well as salt.more rest n sleep.

Answer 9

consulting dr.atok or dr.didik ,i said overcoming be

Answer 10

Lifestyle modifications can lower the blood pressure as well as improve a patient's response to blood pressure medications.

People who drink alcohol excessively (over two drinks per day) have a one and a half to two times increase in the prevalence of hypertension. The association between alcohol and high blood pressure is particularly noticeable when the alcohol intake exceeds 5 drinks per day. Moreover, the connection is a dose-related phenomenon. In other words, the more alcohol that is consumed, the stronger is the link with hypertension.

Although smoking increases the risk of vascular complications (for example, heart disease and stroke) in people who already have hypertension, it is not associated with an increase in the development of hypertension. Nevertheless, smoking a cigarette can repeatedly produce an immediate, temporary rise in the blood pressure of 5 to10 mm Hg. Steady smokers however, actually may have a lower blood pressure than nonsmokers. The reason for this is that the nicotine in the cigarettes causes a decrease in appetite, which leads to weight loss. This, in turn, lowers the blood pressure.

In one study, the caffeine consumed in 5 cups of coffee daily caused a mild increase in blood pressure in elderly people who already had hypertension, but not in those who had normal blood pressures. What's more, the combination of smoking and drinking coffee in persons with high blood pressure may increase the blood pressure more than coffee alone. Limiting caffeine intake and cigarette smoking in hypertensive individuals, therefore, may be of some benefit in controlling their high blood pressure.

The American Heart Association recommends that the consumption of dietary salt be less than 6 grams of salt per day in the general population and a lower level (for example, less than 4 grams) for people with hypertension. To achieve a diet containing less than 4 grams of salt, a person should not add salt to their food or cooking. Also, the amount of natural salt in the diet can be reasonably estimated from the labeling information provided with most purchased foods.
Lifestyle modifications refer to certain specific recommendations for changes in habits, diet and exercise. These modifications can lower the blood pressure as well as improve a patient's response to blood pressure medications.

Alcohol
People who drink alcohol excessively (over two drinks per day) have a one and a half to two times increase in the prevalence of hypertension. The association between alcohol and high blood pressure is particularly noticeable when the alcohol intake exceeds 5 drinks per day. Moreover, the connection is a dose-related phenomenon. In other words, the more alcohol that is consumed, the stronger is the link with hypertension. For further information, please see the Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism article.

Smoking
Although smoking increases the risk of vascular complications (for example, heart disease and stroke) in people who already have hypertension, it is not associated with an increase in the development of hypertension. Nevertheless, smoking a cigarette can repeatedly produce an immediate, temporary rise in the blood pressure of 5 to10 mm Hg. Steady smokers however, actually may have a lower blood pressure than nonsmokers. The reason for this is that the nicotine in the cigarettes causes a decrease in appetite, which leads to weight loss. This, in turn, lowers the blood pressure. For further information please read the Smoking & Quitting Smoking article.

Coffee
In one study, the caffeine consumed in 5 cups of coffee daily caused a mild increase in blood pressure in elderly people who already had hypertension, but not in those who had normal blood pressures. What's more, the combination of smoking and drinking coffee in persons with high blood pressure may increase the blood pressure more than coffee alone. Limiting caffeine intake and cigarette smoking in hypertensive individuals, therefore, may be of some benefit in controlling their high blood pressure.

Salt
The American Heart Association recommends that the consumption of dietary salt be less than 6 grams of salt per day in the general population and a lower level (for example, less than 4 grams) for people with hypertension. To achieve a diet containing less than 4 grams of salt, a person should not add salt to their food or cooking. Also, the amount of natural salt in the diet can be reasonably estimated from the labeling information provided with most purchased foods. For further information please visit the Nutrition Center.

Obesity
Obesity is common among hypertensive patients, and its prevalence increases with age. In fact, obesity may be what determines the increased incidence of high blood pressure with age. Obesity can contribute to hypertension in several possible ways. For one thing, obesity leads to a greater output of blood because the heart has to pump out more blood to supply the excess tissue. The increased cardiac output then can raise the blood pressure. For another thing, obese hypertensive individuals have a greater stiffness (resistance) in their peripheral arteries throughout the body. In addition, insulin resistance and the metabolic syndrome described previously occur more frequently in the obese. Finally, obesity may be associated with a tendency for the kidneys to retain salt. Weight loss may help reverse problems related to obesity while also lowering the blood pressure. It has been estimated that the blood pressure can be decreased 0.32 mm Hg for every 1 kg (2.2 pounds) of weight lost down to ideal body weight for the individual.

Some obese people, especially if they are very obese, have a syndrome called sleep apnea. This syndrome is characterized by the periodic interruption of normal breathing during sleep. Sleep apnea may contribute to the development of hypertension in this subgroup of obese individuals. This happens because the repeated episodes of apnea cause a lack of oxygen (hypoxia). The hypoxia then causes the adrenal gland to release adrenalin and related substances. Finally, the adrenalin and related substances cause a rise in the blood pressure.

A regular exercise program may help lower blood pressure over the long term. For example, activities such as jogging, bicycle riding, or swimming for 30 to 45 minutes daily may ultimately lower blood pressure by as much as 5 to15 mm Hg. Moreover, there appears to be a relationship between the amount of exercise and the degree to which the blood pressure is lowered. Thus, the more you exercise (up to a point), the more you lower the blood pressure. The beneficial response of the blood pressure to exercise occurs only with aerobic (vigorous and sustained) exercise programs. Therefore, any exercise program must be recommended or approved by an individual's physician

Many herbs provide health benefits in addition to helping lower blood pressure. Some herbs do have serious side effects, however; so consult your doctor before using an herbal remedy.

Garlic: Garlic has been touted as an herb with numerous health benefits, from treating the common cold to serving as an anti-cancer agent. Research has proven that garlic is beneficial for those with hypertension. By thinning the blood garlic can lower blood pressure by 5 to 10 percent. It can also lower cholesterol and discourage clot formation. Unfortunately, garlic has a reputation for being an "anti-social" food, but with all of the health benefits that garlic provides, bad breath should be the least of your worries.

Hawthorne: One of the safest herbal remedies on the market, Hawthorne berries are used to treat cardiovascular disease in many different cultures. In Europe, it is one of the most popular herbs used in alternative medicine today. Studies have shown that Hawthorne berries protect arterial walls, lower blood pressure by dilating blood vessels, and strengthen the heart's pumping ability. The full effect usually takes several weeks to months to develop.

Rauwolfia serpentina: Otherwise known as Indian Snakeroot, this powerful herb can significantly lower blood pressure with only a small dose. The effects of the herb are usually not seen until a few days after the initial administration and have a cumulative effect. Rauwolfia does have side effects, the most common being nasal congestion. Less common side effects include dizziness, nausea, and dry mouth.

Supplement Your Diet
You can also complement lifestyle changes with dietary supplements. Try supplements for at least a few months to gauge their effectiveness. The following is a list of commonly used supplements:

Calcium: A relationship exists between calcium and your blood pressure. Studies have shown that calcium reduces blood pressure levels. Calcium is important to the body because it plays a pivotal role in muscle contractions, including heart muscle contractions.

Magnesium: Magnesium is involved in over 300 different biochemical reactions in the body. Magnesium is required to assimilate calcium into the body and regulates the entrance and utilization of calcium in the cells.

Potassium: Studies indicate that potassium may reduce blood pressure. (Bananas are a great source of potassium)

Vitamin C: Vitamin C helps lower blood pressure by dilating the blood vessels.

Vitamin E: Vitamin E is an antioxidant believed to lower blood pressure by dilating the blood vessels. Vitamin E also protects blood vessels from damage.

Coenzyme Q10: Coenzyme Q10 is believed to help regulate blood pressure by improving the function of the blood vessel walls.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Recent studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids may significantly lower blood pressure by dilating the blood vessels.

Ayurvedic Medicine
Ayurveda is a traditional healing system in India. It is the science of developing a balance of the mind, body, senses, and the soul. Ayurveda is made up of two Sanskrit words: Ayu, which means "life" and Veda, which means "the knowledge of."

In Ayurvedic medicine, the person, not the sickness, is treated according to general body type, or dosha. Ayurvedic treatments consist of using herbal remedies, meditation, and dietary and lifestyle changes to cure the sick and maintain health.

Traditional Chinese Medicine
Qi gong (pronounced chee gung), meaning "energy cultivation," is a combination of meditation and various exercises to improve health and longevity. Studies have shown that people who practiced qi gong were able to significantly lower their blood pressure.

Acupuncture is another area of traditional Chinese medicine that may help lower blood pressure. Acupuncture can help reduce the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for involuntary movements such as heartbeat and blood pressure. Acupuncture is so often used in conjunction with western medicine, that it is no longer considered an alternative medicine, but rather a complementary medicine.