5 Steps You Can Take Today to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
by: Frank Mangano
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is not something to be
taken lightly. It is a serious disease the cause of which is unknown.
One fact health care professionals do know is that left untreated,
high blood pressure over time can lead to serious heart disease
and other vascular troubles, even death.
Blood pressure medications come in a wide range of formulas and
dosages; each aimed at reducing the pressure going through the
blood vessels either as the heart pumps blood or relaxes. Some
medications strengthen the blood vessels while others thin the
blood in an effort to reduce the strain. Trial and error is usually
a doctor’s only course of action when determining which
combination of drugs and treatments will benefit a specific patient.
There is however some good news about hypertension! There are
steps you can take today that will begin to lower your blood pressure
almost immediately. Overtime, the result is a sustained healthy
blood pressure reading that supports your blood vessels and heart
for years to come.
Start with these 5 easy lifestyle changes. Always consult with
your doctor before trying anything new with your health regime,
and never go off of any medication without the advice of your
doctor. Here is a list that any doctor can approve of:
1. Drink Water. Yes, water is a way to cleanse and refresh every
part of the body, even your blood vessels. Drink 8-10 glasses
each day to flush out excess salt and toxins that make their way
into the blood stream. You can use water to replace some drinks
containing caffeine that temporarily raise blood pressure.
2. Stop Smoking. If you are a long time smoker, you know how
it affects your breathing. What you may not realize is its impact
on your blood pressure. If you can’t quit completely, then
cut down. Even a 50% reduction in the number of cigarettes smoked
each week can help.
3. Exercise. A cardiovascular workout strengthens the heart.
This is important because high blood pressure over time puts added
strain on the heart. Just 20 minutes, 3 times per week of a sustained
increase in heart rate will aid in lowering blood pressure.
4. Eat Right. If you are eating better and exercising, a nice
by-product will be weight loss. By reducing your weight by 10%,
you can significantly lower blood pressure. A diet that includes
the freshest fruits and vegetables will support healthy blood
pressure. Reduce or eliminate salt intake, and especially beware
of “hidden” sodium found abundantly in pre-packaged
convenience foods.
5. Relax. Many people have a temporary raise in blood pressure
when they are under stress. If you have high blood pressure because
of you are over weight or have a family history of hypertension,
then stress raises it that much more. Try taking a walk, meditating
or listening to relaxing music to take the edge off a stressful
day. Make time for decompressing each and every day.
About The Author
This article is based on the book, “The Silent Killer Exposed”
by Frank Mangano. Frank is an author, researcher, and dedicates
his life to finding solutions for people. Visit his website http://www.thesilentkillerexposed.com
to learn more.
f.mangano@verizon.net
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