Nature cure for high blood pressure

High blood pressure or hypertension, to give it the correct medical term, is
regarded as the silent killer. It is a disease of the modern age. The fast pace
of life combined with physical and mental pressures causes high blood pressure.
These pressures can occur in the workplace, house, improper medications,
metropolitan environments, etc. Psychological tensions, worry and mental tension
do increase the adrenaline in the blood stream which in turn, causes the
pressure of the blood to rise.

The first symptoms may appear in the form of pain towards the back of the head
and neck during your walk in the morning. Some of the other symptoms are

1) Dizziness

2) Ache and pain in the arms, shoulder region, legs and back.

3) Palpitations and pain in the heart region

4) Frequent urination

5) Nervous tension and fatigue.

6) Crossness, emotional upset, tiredness and general weakness.

These are some of the symptoms which may be visible in the person suffering from
High blood pressure.

It is always advisable to
contact your doctor for medical advice.

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Blood pressure is measured with an instrument called sphygmomanometer in
millimeters of mercury. Blood pressure whether high or low is considered as very
dangerous to heart and it’s functioning. The highest pressure reached during
each heart beat is called systolic pressure and the lowest pressure between two
beats is known as diastolic pressure. The first gives the pressure due to
contraction of heart as it pushes the blood on its journey through the body and
indicates the activity of the heart. Diastolic pressure represents the pressure
present in the artery when the heart is relaxed and it also shows the condition
of the blood vessels. The blood pressure level considered normal is 120/70,
mostly in many cases it may go up to 140/90 and it may still be normal. Blood
pressure between 140/90 and 159/95 is considered border line area. From 160/96
to 180/114, it is classed as moderate hypertension, while 180/115 and upward is
considered severe hypertension. A raised systolic pressure (blood pressure) has
a serious long term effect. The higher the pressure the greater the danger it
causes to the wall of the heart.

Good as you learned some information about high blood pressure and the potential
damage it can cause to your body mechanism, now let`s see what nature has in
store for your High blood pressure and low blood pressure.

Vegetables: -Vegetables are considered to be better than medications.

Never over cook your vegetables they contain some special compounds, proteins,
vitamins, etc which will help your body in gaining enough essential elements
which are much required. Vegetables like cucumber, carrot, tomato, onion,
radish, cabbage and spinach are best in their raw form. If you want to make them
more palatable then add some salt and lime juice.

1) Garlic: - Garlic is regarded as one of the most effective remedy to lower
high blood pressure. High blood pressure and tension can be reduced or
controlled if you consume Garlic regularly. Garlic has the power to reduce high
blood pressure as it has the power to ease the spasm of the small arteries.
Garlic calms the nerve and stabilizes the pulse rate. It also modifies the heart
rhythm, besides relieving the symptoms of dizziness, numbness, shortness of
breath and formation of gas within the digestive tract. The average dosage
should be two to three capsules a day for effective reduction in blood pressure.
Also make it a habit to consult your doctor before opting for an advice or
medication.