What is considered high blood pressure or hypertension?
Normal - Less than 120/80 mm Hg
Prehypertension - 120-139/80-89 mm Hg
Stage 1 hypertension - 140-159/90 to 99mm Hg
Stage 2 hypertension - 160/100 mm Hg or higher .It is very important to treat as it is a significant risk factor for:
Risk factors in the 90% of unknown causes are:
6 of these factors we can actually work on through diet , lifestyle and herbs.
8 point dietary plan
This is called the DASH diet which has been proven to reduce HBP.
Stress is often a big factor. Herbs are used to relax the system. Massage, meditation and Tai Chi help. In some cases counselling, or a psychologist are warranted. And if these strategies do not work over time then a visit to the doctor is called for , for medical intervention.
Olive leaf is an excellent herb to decrease blood pressure. Most of you know it as a herb for colds, but traditionally it was used for reducing blood pressure.
So, the key elements to reduce blood pressure are diet, herbs, stress reduction, increased exercise, weight loss, adequate sleep and moderate alcohol intake. This multifaceted approach, each reducing blood pressure by a small amount can have an accumulative effect and greatly benefit you.
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