How can you reduce high blood pressure without medication?

Question

Already know about DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) and the need to exercise regulaly. Seeking other ways of reducing high blood pressure without medication. Any success stories? and How long did it take?

Answer 1

Nope, I'm still trying to reduce it naturally and have been for over a year, I have lost 2 stone (am now 10 st at 5'7") I train every day (30 mins cross trainer, 20 mins rowing machine, swim 3 times a week) and still have hypertension. I don't use salt, oil, margerine, and I drink in moderation. I have been on 50 mg Losartan for the past year which keeps my bp somewhere between 135/70 - 140/90.
If you find anything else that does the trick let me know too?!
I am only 30!!!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

The only way to control high blood pressure and to stay away from medication is through diet and exercise. It may not take away all the medication but it will definitely help. More people today cook at home less than when I was growing up. Proper meals made at home also help. You dont have to sacrifice good taste for healthy foods. I was about 270 pounds 4 years ago and used to wear a size 38w pants that were snug. Through the right exercise program for me and a good diet i dropped down to 215 pounds and a 34 waist. The key is making a plan a sticking to it. You can still have all the foods you enjoy but how much and how often play a big part. As with any exercise program start at a comfortable pace and keep regular check-ups with his doctor. As time goes on he will see a difference in appearance and feel a whole lot better. I hope this works or is at least one avenue he can try. It worked for me. Don't look for fast results, look for positive results and they will come. Have agreat weekend.

Answer 4

There are many things that you can do to improve high blood pressure that don't involve medicine. Diet and exercise are always first on the list but there are some rather innovative products on the market that can help some people. I've been diagnosed with hypertension for about 10 years and am not the best at keeping to a good exercise regimen. I have had good luck with a product called resperate. Its a little portable CD-player sized device that helps you lower your breathing rate to less than 10 breaths a minute for about 15 minutes. It is not known why exactly this helps to lower blood pressure but it does work. Its been through several successful clinical trials and there are lots of success stories out there. I've included a link if you want some more info: http://resperatereviews.com/naturally-lower.html
Good Luck!

Answer 5

Used to experience hbp 2years ago, but now down to a constant 120 reading.

You may wish to try out these steps for 2 weeks and then take a reading to see any positive results:

1. Ensure an unrushed daily routine either of
house-hold or office-work or just running errands.

2. Have a good and undisturbed 6-8hrs sleep.
Ensure temperature and noise level are not
extreme. Right pillow and mattress?

3. Do not engage in heated squabbles with anyone. Walk away as best you can. Just avoid obnoxious persons who bring up the bp so easily. Be humble.
You don't need to win all the time, it isn't real.

4. If you are a fast talker and worker, suggest u
slow down a little bit. Take your time and more
quality will be infused into your speech and
action. Less mistakes and less scoldings, criticisms, right?

5. Go out for a stroll and give yourself a 'treat' to a movie, nice meal,etc after you have accomplished several important tasks during the week. If you have too much delegate some to family members.

6. Avoid excessive drinking and indulging in other daring things.Reduce, minimize your ventures.

Use good judgement and analyse well with a couple of soul-mates about what course of action to take. Enjoy a stress-free life and wish u better health in 2 weeks! And do keep it up as long as possible.

Answer 6

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 7

Three things help reduce BP.

Being the ideal weight
Reducing salt intake and perhaps changing to low salt
Taking regular,5 days a week, vigorous exercise.

Unfortunately in 25 years of giving patients this advise and monitoring them, I have never seen a diagnosed hypertensive avoid medication entirely.

Answer 8

Omega 3-6-9 from boots one per day plus zinc tablet one a day, half lemon juice( from a real lemon) in any drink per day, the aim is to try and clear any fatty build up in the blood system, buy your self a blood monitor (wrist type ) check once a day at the same time, avoid fatty foods and dairy products or cut to half of what you normally take in a week, booze does drop pressure but its only a temporary measure and false, you should see the start of a result in about a week

Answer 9

The bad news is that blood pressure is a life long occurance and the only way to deal with it is to manage it. My mother has had hypertension for years and I have noticed that avoiding stress, taking time for yourself, and just overall coping with daily events in a calm demeanor will help to habitually enhance your control over your blood pressure. Try some cognitive therapy if you want to avoid medication.

Answer 10

notexactly since i am not a doctor, but i do know that pills are not allways the answer, even though the pill manufactures would want you to belive so; they allways have side effects and then you end up taking a pill for your pill and a pill for that pill. there are no short cuts; it takes commitment . consult a nutrionist, and or your doctor . every one knows that a healthy life style such as good eating habits, proper sleeping habits, excerise and avoiding stress and self actualization can greatly increase your success in this situation good luck
a pill is not a short cut its a pill