10 NATURAL WAYS TO LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

High blood pressure is a very common condition and affects millions of people within the United States. High blood pressure is also known as hypertension and is a condition in which a person’s blood pressure is greater than a healthy level and puts too much force on the artery walls. About one-third of adults in the United States have high blood pressure.

1. Aromatherapy

·         Essential oils have a relaxing effect

·         Research shows essential oil vapors reduce blood pressure and heart rate when used for an hour (but no longer).

·         Oils to consider using: lavender, ylang ylang, clary sage, and frankincense.

2. Probiotics

·         In several studies, probiotics were shown to alter blood pressure

3. Asparagus

·         Asparagus has hundreds of active chemicals called cladophylls that have positive effects on the heart

·         Eating asparagus can help lower blood pressure while also packing in lots of fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.

4. Meditation

·         Research shows that regular practice is associated with a drop in blood pressure.

5. Yoga

·         Studies suggest that yoga can help to lower blood pressure.

6. Flaxseed

·         Flaxseed is a rich source of alpha linolenic acid that can reduce inflammation, plus help lower blood pressure.

7. Beetroot

·         Beets are a rich source of nitrates and can help relax blood vessels, resulting in lower blood pressure.

8. Blueberries

·         Great source of nitric oxide and can help lower blood pressure.

·         The additional benefits of blueberries on brain and bowel health make them a true superfood.

9. Sauna

·         Whether dry, steam or infrared, saunas have been shown to offer some heart benefits.

·         In fact, one study found that in older adults, sauna therapy lowered blood pressure by over 10 mmHg

10. Sleep therapy

·         Poor sleep can result in inflammation, stiffer arteries and elevated blood pressure.

·         Identifying and treating sleep apnea, avoiding stimulants before bed, applying sleep hygiene methods like dark and cold rooms, and limiting bright lights for at least 30 minutes before sleep can all assist in better sleep and lower blood pressure.