Having high blood pressure is dangerous because it can serve as a precursor for heart attack or stroke, or it may lead to the development of heart diseases such as heart failure which is one of the major causes of death at the present. Having such a problem may not only pose a single problem but it is the root of most of the health problems man will ever experience. Having high blood pressure is also a marker that your overall health status is not well.

There are a lot of medications that can be prescribed by an authorized physician that can help you lower your blood pressure. But do not forget the fact that pharmaceutical products may synthetic chemicals which are not entirely good for the health. Good thing is, there are also non-pharmaceutical treatments that can help you reduce your blood pressure. It is not only an alternative herbal medicine that produces excellent results but it can also save you some money.

These herbal medicines are just as effective as those prescribed drugs bought over the counter and some are even better. Be sure that when you take these, there are no other preparations that you are currently taking that may decrease the effectiveness of the medicine. So here are a few of those herbal medicines that can lower your blood pressure. 

Garlic

Garlic is the most popular ingredient in lowering blood pressure. It has been known since the earlier times since it has been believed that it regulates blood pressure levels. To achieve maximum effectiveness of the garlic, you must use fresh raw garlic only and if possible, use the organically grown ones. In choosing the best quality garlic, use a porcelain white garlic bulb which consists of 8-12 cloves. The desired dosage is 3-5 cloves per day and if you can’t take it in, you can add raw honey to mask the taste.

Cayenne

If you have problems with your blood circulation, Cayenne is the number one choice. But it also has a reputation of lowering your high blood pressure levels. Cayenne comes in second place after garlic. Look for Thai or Mexican Peppers such as African Bird Peppers, Serranos or Habeneros. But if you can’t handle the heat, don’t you worry. There are still more herbs you can chew that are more suitable for your taste buds.

Red Clover

One important factor that could contribute to the increase of your blood pressure is when your blood becomes viscous and as a result, the heart doubles its work to pump out more blood so that it will reach the distal parts of the body and this increase the pressure naturally. With the current lifestyle of today’s people, it is very common that they would have high blood pressure, not to mention the formation of fats around the blood vessels that could occlude and impede blood flow. Red clover is known to be an herb that has a characteristic of thinning your blood. Just like garlic, you must use quality herbs. You must choose the right blossoms, those that still have a crisp color of purple and not those dried, brown colored blossoms.

Black Cohosh

Black Cohosh, or Cimicifuga Racemosa, as it is scientifically called has been widely used in Eastern Europe to treat pulmonary, circulatory and nervous system problems. Research studies have shown that it is an effective herbal alternative in lowering blood pressure and some herbalists in Russia even use this as a tonic drink for people who have problems with the central nervous system. This herbal plant is an indigenous plant in North America.

Gotu Kola

Centella Asiatica or Gotu Kola, as it is commonly referred to, has been said to be good in alleviating one’s blood pressure. It helps strengthen capillaries and veins and at the same time, it helps improve the flow of blood in the circulatory system.

Hawthorn

If you need a direct approach in lowering your blood pressure, you should try Hawthorn. Hawthorn, according to recent studies, has been proven to have positive effects in treating cardiovascular problems. Hawthorn is rich in glycoside as much as procyanidins, saponins and the tannins compounds. This naturally acts as a vasodilator that consequently promotes the ease of blood flow and protects the vessels and arteries from plaque formation.

Valerian

Valerian or Valeriana Officinalis is an herb that is much more known to treat sleeping problems such as insomnia. But it also said to be effective in alleviating high blood pressure. The Valerenic acid hinders a certain enzyme in the body that is responsible for the breakdown of Gamma-amino-butyric-acid or GABA which is the main controller of blood pressure.

Please remember that when you utilize these natural remedies, make sure that you are procuring the right ones from a reputable source because you might jeopardize your health status when you buy the wrong product. Buy and use the ones that have been organically grown. If possible, use the freshest herbs to achieve greater effects.

Aside from the ones mentioned above, there are also other herbs which you may use to lower high blood pressure levels. Examples of which are: asparagus, dandelion, fennel, parsley and hibiscus. It is also important that you keep yourself hydrated. Drink lots of water and minimize, or avoid, carbonated and caffeinated beverages.

The herbs mentioned here may be readily found in your kitchen or even in your garden. All you have to do is to check on herbs that you may already have. Not only can you save money but you can also save a life – your life!

Keep in mind that a healthy mind and body must be maintained. Proper diet and frequent exercise are needed to achieve optimum health. Always think that one cannot work effectively without the other. It will only be as effective as you want it to. So it is important that you must possess a strong sense of self-discipline to continue having a healthy lifestyle and the right motivation and inspiration to keep going.

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