Herb
Treatment Support
heart tonic
Application
tincture, capsule, tablet, tea
Blood pressure, low
Etiologic Factors of Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension):
Low blood pressure can result from various causes:
- Dehydration: Inadequate fluid intake or excessive loss (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea, sweating).
- Blood Loss: Significant hemorrhage or internal bleeding reduces blood volume.
- Heart Issues: Weak heart contractions (e.g., heart failure, arrhythmias).
- Endocrine Disorders: Conditions like Addison’s disease or hypothyroidism.
- Medications: Overuse of diuretics, beta-blockers, or antihypertensives.
- Infections or Sepsis: Severe infections can lead to a life-threatening drop in blood pressure.
- Nutritional Deficiencies: Lack of essential nutrients like vitamin B12 or iron, causing anemia.
- Autonomic Dysfunction: Neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease or dysautonomia.
When to Seek Professional Help:
- Symptoms to Watch For:
- Persistent dizziness or fainting.
- Cold, clammy, or pale skin.
- Rapid, shallow breathing or rapid pulse.
- Mental confusion or disorientation.
- Blood pressure consistently below 90/60 mmHg.
- Evidence of underlying conditions (e.g., unexplained fatigue, infections).
- Emergency Situations:
- Signs of shock: faint pulse, extreme confusion, bluish lips/nails.
- Hypotension following trauma or severe illness.
Treatment Plan for Blood pressure, low
When and How to Treat at Home with Herbs:
- Home treatment is appropriate for mild, situational hypotension (e.g., due to standing up too quickly).
Herbal Remedies:
- Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)Â Root: May support adrenal function and raise blood pressure. Avoid prolonged use.
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Tea: Improves circulation in cases of low blood pressure caused by poor circulation.
- Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum): Supports stress resilience and may help with adrenal insufficiency.
- Salt and Electrolytes: Add a pinch of Himalayan salt to water (with professional advice).
Precautions:
- Avoid herbs if symptoms are severe or worsening.
- Consult a professional if pregnant, taking medications, or managing a chronic condition.
Lifestyle Adjustments:
- Stay hydrated and maintain electrolyte balance.
- Wear compression stockings if recommended.
- Eat smaller, frequent meals to avoid postprandial hypotension.
Christopher Hobbs:
“Low blood pressure can stem from a blood deficiency or weakness in the heart. For blood deficiency, blood-building herbs including yellow dock (Rumex crispus) and nettle (Urtica dioica) are appropriate. For a weak heart that does not require digitalis, mild heart tonics like hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) and motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca), or mild heart stimulants such as cactus (Cactus grandiflorus) are useful.
Low blood pressure, or hypotension is generally defined as a blood pressure reading below 90/60 mmHg. However, what may be low blood pressure for one person may be normal for another, and any change in blood pressure is more important than the actual pressure readings.”
Generated by ChatGPT; edited and supplemented by Dr. Christopher Hobbs PhD
Herbal Remedies for Blood pressure, low
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
heart tonic
Application
tincture, capsule, tablet, tea
Herb
Treatment Support
blood builder
Application
tincture, capsule, tablet, tea
Related Blood pressure, low conditions
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No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
