Herb
Treatment Support
cardiac tonic
Application
powder, capsules
Hypertension
Etiologic Factors:
- Genetics: A family history of hypertension increases the risk.
- Age: The risk of developing hypertension increases with age.
- Obesity: Excess weight can raise blood pressure by increasing the heart’s workload.
- Lack of Physical Activity: Inactivity can contribute to weight gain and higher blood pressure.
- Poor Diet: A diet high in salt, low in potassium, or high in alcohol and caffeine can raise blood pressure.
- Chronic Kidney Disease: Damaged kidneys can disrupt blood pressure regulation.
- Stress: Chronic stress can contribute to elevated blood pressure over time.
- Smoking and Alcohol Use: Both habits can raise blood pressure and damage blood vessels.
Symptoms to Watch for When Considering Professional Help:
- Persistent high readings: Blood pressure consistently higher than 130/80 mmHg.
- Severe headache.
- Shortness of breath.
- Chest pain or discomfort.
- Dizziness or fainting.
- Blurred vision or changes in vision.
These could indicate complications like hypertensive crisis or organ damage and require urgent medical attention.
Treatment Plan for Hypertension
When to Treat at Home with Herbs:
- Mild or early-stage hypertension: If blood pressure is only slightly elevated (e.g., 130–139/80–89 mmHg), some may consider lifestyle modifications and herbal treatments as adjuncts to medical management.
- Common herbs that are sometimes used for mild hypertension include:
- Garlic (Allium sativum): Known for its ability to help lower blood pressure by improving blood vessel function.
- Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa): May have blood pressure-lowering properties.
- Basil (Ocimum basilicum): Contains compounds that might help lower blood pressure.
- Olive (Olea europaea)Â leaf extract: May help in reducing blood pressure in some people.
Always consult with a healthcare provider before using herbs as a treatment, especially if you have other health conditions or are on medication, as herbs can interact with other treatments.
In general, seek medical advice if hypertension is confirmed or if symptoms are severe, as untreated hypertension can lead to serious complications like stroke or heart disease.
Christopher Hobbs:
“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 blood vessel relaxers including linden (Tilia spp.) flower, hawthorn (Crataegus laevigata), passionflower (Passiflora incarnata), and skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora); relaxing herbs such as valerian (Valeriana officinalis), hops (Humulus lupulus), and California poppy (Eschscholzia californica); and the blood-thinning herb, garlic (Allium sativum).”
Generated by ChatGPF; edited and supplemented by Dr. Christopher Hobbs PhD
Herbal Remedies for Hypertension
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
tonifies heart system
Application
capsule
Herb
Treatment Support
cardiac tonic
Application
tincture, tablet, capsule
Herb
Treatment Support
heart sedative
Application
tincture, capsule, tea
Herb
Treatment Support
cardiac tonic
Application
tincture
Related Hypertension conditions
Additional Ailment
Herb
Application
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.
