Natural High Blood Pressure Remedies
There has been some research that shows positive results with the following “remedies”
Calcium, Magnesium, and Potassium supplements may reduce your blood pressure.
Calcium.
Calcium supplementation appears to be able to reduce the systolic blood pressure. Calcium levels directly affect the muscle contraction in our bodies. So, proper calcium levels will help normalize the muscles in our cardiovascular system.
Potassium.
Research studies showed a large reduction in systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure in people taking potassium supplements. This is another reason to increase your intake of potassium rich foods.
Magnesium.
Participants receiving magnesium supplements had a signicant reduction in diastolic blood pressure. Its the diastolic pressure that causes a lot of hurt to the smaller blood vessels of the kidneys and eyes in people with high blood pressure.
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
Taking CoQ10 may help to reduce high blood pressure. In one research study it was found that after 12 weeks of taking CoQ10, there was a pretty high (17 mmHg) reduction in people’s systolic blood pressure .
In another study CoQ10 significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressures in the participants of that study.
Garlic
Several research studies have shown a significant reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressures in individuals. It seems that taking garlic powder also produced excellent results.
But, because of its potency and interaction with other drugs, garlic supplements should only be used under the supervision of a physician.
AGAIN, IF YOU ARE TAKING OTHER MEDICATIONS, ONLY USE GARLIC UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF YOUR PHYSICIAN!! It really is potent stuff.
Garlic can thin the blood similar to aspirin and that can lead to some stuff that you don’t want to have to deal with. Garlic may interact with many drugs and supplements such as the prescription “blood-thinners” drugs such as Coumadin (warfarin) or Trental (pentoxifylline), aspirin, vitamin E, gingko. If you have any type of medical problem, don’t mess with this stuff unless its okay’d by your doctor.
Apple Cider Vinegar
When it comes to treating high blood pressure with home based remedies, apple cider vinegar is very effective. It helps to regulate the blood pressure. It does this by balancing the trace elements and minerals in your body.
Apple cider vinegar contains potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), phosphorous (P), and sodium (Na). And its the combination of potassium, calcium and magnesium in apple cider vinegar that specifically helps to normalize high blood pressure levels.