Blood pressure, high

When to Treat at Home with Herbs:

• For Mild Hypertension (BP slightly elevated, e.g., 120–139/80–89 mmHg):
  • Incorporate herbs with antihypertensive properties, such as:
    • Garlic (Allium sativum): Helps dilate blood vessels.
    • Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) tea: May lower BP naturally.
    • Hawthorn (Crataegus laevigata): Supports cardiovascular health.
    • Basil (Ocimum basilicum ), celery (Apium graveolens) seed, or parsley (Petroselinum crispum): Rich in compounds beneficial for heart health.
  • Pair herbal remedies with lifestyle changes (e.g., exercise, reduced salt intake).

Key Precautions:

• Herbal remedies are not a substitute for medical treatment in moderate to severe hypertension.
• Monitor BP regularly to ensure effectiveness.
• Consult a healthcare professional if symptoms worsen or if you are on medications, as some herbs may interact with drugs.Christopher Hobbs:”High blood pressure, or hypertension, is defined as a blood pressure above 140/90. High blood pressure can be related to diet, heredity, and of course, stress.

  Learning to relax is extremely important for good results. Meditation, stretching, yoga, walking in the woods, dancing and other activities (and non-activities such as just sitting quietly every day with no goal in mind) are all good. The best herbs are herbal hypotensives including mistletoe (Phoradendron leucarpum), shepherd’s purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris), and nettles (Urtica dioica); blood vessel relaxers such as hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) and passionflower (Passiflora incarnata); and relaxing herbs (Valeriana officinalis) and California poppy (Eschscholzia californica).”

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