Fight Hypertension

Have you been looking for a natural remedy for high blood pressure, but getting so much information that you do not know where to turn next? It can be completely confusing to the average person when they begin researching natural alternatives online.

One frustrating part of the process is trying to discuss natural remedies with your doctor. Most doctors had little to no training in nutrition or herbs while in medical school. This leads them to either diminish the research on natural remedies or outright admonish you for even asking them.

The truth is that there are minerals, vitamins and herbs that can greatly lower a person's blood pressure naturally thus avoiding the need for a prescription medication in many cases. It seems that doctors would want to know about these alternatives for their patients, but many of them do not want to learn about them.

Some of the herbs that have been used for centuries in Asia and Europe to lower high blood pressure are: 1) the Hawthorn Berry which help improve the blood supply to and from the heart by dilating the blood vessels; 2) Holly Leaf which expands the blood vessels and supports the circulation and blood flow to the heart; 3) Daikon Seed and Garlic.

There are minerals too that are effective as a natural remedies for high blood pressure. One simple example would be the mineral magnesium. This mega mineral can pack a powerful punch when used in treating hypertension. Most people do not get nearly enough magnesium from their regular diet, so supplementation is often necessary. In fact, magnesium assists in over 300 processes in your body each day!

Then there is calcium. Most people underestimate the effect that this mineral has on your body in so many ways. Studies that looked at calcium and its effect on blood pressure show that a calcium intake at the recommended level of 1,000 to 1,200 mg/day may be helpful in the prevention and treatment of moderate hypertension.

Some oils are also important for cardiovascular health. Taking fish oil supplementation will not only give you greater mental clarify and help protect against blood clots, but also appears to lower blood pressure very well in those with hypertension.

Finding the right natural remedy for high blood pressure can be done with a little research!

Maya Uriodain has been a Health Educator and Health Advocate for the past 15 years. She was the Manager of a cardiovascular disease prevention program for immigrant women in Broward County, Florida for several years. That experience has encouraged her to research natural remedies for hypertension and share her findings with her clients. For more information visit Natural Remedy for Hypertension.