What is High Blood Pressure?
High Blood Pressure, commonly known as Hypertension, is when the pressure measured within arteries is higher than the normal range (from 130–139 Systolic mm Hg / 85–89 Diastolic mm Hg). If left untreated, the arteries could become blocked and prevent blood flow to the heart.
What are the Symptoms of High Blood Pressure?
Typical: High Blood Pressure known as the “silent” disease because it may have no noticeable symptoms.
Might Experience: Fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, headache, excessive sweating, palpitations or irregular heartbeats, problems with your vision, or confusion.
Might Experience: Fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, headache, excessive sweating, palpitations or irregular heartbeats, problems with your vision, or confusion.
What are the Causes of High Blood Pressure?
- Pre-existing family history
- Obesity
- Unhealthy eating habits
When to see a Doctor?
It is recommended to have regular screenings for those with a previous history of high blood pressure, those with blood pressure that is at the high end of normal (from 130–139 Systolic mm Hg/ 85–89 Diastolic mm Hg), or those with certain pre-existing health conditions that may be at risk of High Blood Pressure.
Regular screening: annually for those that are 40 and over and at risk of having HIgh Blood Pressure
Lifestyle Prevention of High Blood Pressure?
Eat healthy foods: Develop a healthy meal plan and stick to it. Be sure to have fruits and vegetables. Follow the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) practices.
Exercise often: Regularly exercising can help you maintain a healthy weight and therefore lower your blood pressure.
Avoid smoking: Smoking is known to raise your blood pressure. Avoiding smoking will help to prevent the risks of having a heart attack or a stroke.
Common Ayurvedic Remedies for High Blood Pressure
Curative Ayurvedic Herbs:
Arjun Tree (Arjuna) | Chandrashoor | Fenugreek | Gotu Kola | Green Chiretta | Sitafal | Tulsi
Preventative Ayurvedic Herbs:
Alsi | Chandrashoor | Dill | Green Chiretta | Gulkand | Lemongrass | Mint | Moringa | Poppy Seeds | Sitafal | Stevia
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