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Garlic
Several research studies have shown that garlic supplements can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. In a 2007 issue of the "Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine," Jeffrey Knox and physician Barak Gaster note garlic's natriuretic or diuretic effects. By definition, a natriuretic increases the excretion of sodium by your body, while a diuretic increases urine output. Garlic might also boost the production of hydrogen sulfide, which relaxes your blood vessels. The result of the above-mentioned three actions is blood pressure reduction. Whitaker recommends getting as much garlic in your diet as you can, whether in the form of fresh cloves, juice, oil, dehydrated granules, powder, or puree.
Green Tea and Pine Bark Extract
Physician Robert Rakel also includes green tea and pycnogenol as useful tools in your arsenal against hypertension. Indeed, research studies have shown that habitual consumption of three or more daily cups of green tea can help reduce both your blood pressure and risk for stroke. Pycnogenol is a pine bark extract of a tree known as Pinus pinaster that helps improve blood flow. However, Rx List limits safe levels to daily doses of 120 to 450 milligrams for up to six months.
Hawthorn
In spite of conflicting scientific evidence, hawthorn is a popular herb for lowering blood pressure. Knox and Gaster propose that hawthorn works against hypertension by activating relaxing factors from the inner lining of your blood vessels, and by blocking an enzyme called phosphodiesterase. A a result of these two actions, blood vessels relax, leading to blood pressure reduction.
Soy
In a 2005 issue of the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition," scientist Gong Yang and colleagues report studies indicating that women who habitually eat soy foods tend to have lower systolic and diastolic blood pressures. They further note that daily consumption of 25 grams of soy protein may reduce the risk of heart disease in adults. Although Yang's study involved female subjects, Rakel remarks that soy can help reduce your blood pressure, regardless of gender.
Considerations
In addition to herbs, a number of other natural remedies may help control high blood pressure, says Rakel. These include vitamins C and E, as well as nutraceuticals, such as CoQ10 and fish oil. However, remember that "natural" does not always mean "harmless," especially if you are already taking prescription medications. To avoid drug interactions, consult with your doctor before adding any supplements to your drug regimen.
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Several research studies have shown that garlic supplements can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. In a 2007 issue of the "Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine," Jeffrey Knox and physician Barak Gaster note garlic's natriuretic or diuretic effects. By definition, a natriuretic increases the excretion of sodium by your body, while a diuretic increases urine output. Garlic might also boost the production of hydrogen sulfide, which relaxes your blood vessels. The result of the above-mentioned three actions is blood pressure reduction. Whitaker recommends getting as much garlic in your diet as you can, whether in the form of fresh cloves, juice, oil, dehydrated granules, powder, or puree.
Green Tea and Pine Bark Extract
Physician Robert Rakel also includes green tea and pycnogenol as useful tools in your arsenal against hypertension. Indeed, research studies have shown that habitual consumption of three or more daily cups of green tea can help reduce both your blood pressure and risk for stroke. Pycnogenol is a pine bark extract of a tree known as Pinus pinaster that helps improve blood flow. However, Rx List limits safe levels to daily doses of 120 to 450 milligrams for up to six months.
Hawthorn
In spite of conflicting scientific evidence, hawthorn is a popular herb for lowering blood pressure. Knox and Gaster propose that hawthorn works against hypertension by activating relaxing factors from the inner lining of your blood vessels, and by blocking an enzyme called phosphodiesterase. A a result of these two actions, blood vessels relax, leading to blood pressure reduction.
Soy
In a 2005 issue of the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition," scientist Gong Yang and colleagues report studies indicating that women who habitually eat soy foods tend to have lower systolic and diastolic blood pressures. They further note that daily consumption of 25 grams of soy protein may reduce the risk of heart disease in adults. Although Yang's study involved female subjects, Rakel remarks that soy can help reduce your blood pressure, regardless of gender.
Considerations
In addition to herbs, a number of other natural remedies may help control high blood pressure, says Rakel. These include vitamins C and E, as well as nutraceuticals, such as CoQ10 and fish oil. However, remember that "natural" does not always mean "harmless," especially if you are already taking prescription medications. To avoid drug interactions, consult with your doctor before adding any supplements to your drug regimen.
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I Had High Blood Pressure
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/146764-herbal-blood-pressure-control/#ixzz2QqAyIOaQ
Ok sorry Jhod I wont litter yer thread anymore, but health is important to me.
