Herbs For Hypertension - High Blood Pressure Herbal Remedies

Herbs For Hypertension - High Blood Pressure Herbal Remedies

A holistic approach combining the use of carefully chosen herbal remedies, along with lifestyle changes can go a long way to improve the overall cardiovascular health and lower blood pressure. Moderate exercise for 30 minutes daily can have an immediate effect on high blood pressure and losing as little as 10 pounds can make a big difference as well. Even small diet changes like cooking with more garlic and savory herbs instead of salt can have beneficial effects.

The polyphenols in teas help to fight plaque buildup in your veins and arteries. Two to three daily cups of green tea or hibiscus , a delicious red tea, has been shown in studies to reduce high blood pressure. Herbal diuretics like buchu and cornsilk tea can also help by eliminating edema. Angelica contains compounds that act much like calcium channel blockers, which are often prescribed for high blood pressure and heart health. In animal studiesNigel la has shown significant activity against liver disease, high blood pressure, and rheumatoid arthritis.

Aromatherapy has much to offer in the treatment of hypertension. Hypotensive oils to consider include lavender, marjoram, and ylang ylang . Relaxing, stabilizing oils and herbs can be used in therapeutic massage, baths and calming mist sprays to ease the stress and tension that make high blood pressure worse.

Berberine containing plants are best known as anti-infectious agents in the treatment of diarrhea and intestinal disorders, but have the beneficial secondary effect of lowering blood pressure as well.
In Iran, Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) leaf was used to reduce edema; in France, its bark was used in hypertension. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), coptis (Coptis spp.) and other berberine-containing plants were used in heart formulas. 1TCM also uses Chrysanthemum combined with Japanese honeysuckle in the treatment of high blood pressure. Although most useful as a wound herb and fever reducer, yarrow helps to relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure.



Those with high blood pressure need to be extra cautious when using and mixing herbs, OTC medications and prescription meds. Research carefully before trying any new herbs, and always take note of your individual reaction. Chinese medicine considers ginseng to be one of the most yang herbs and is actually contraindicated for those whose yang condition is causing high blood pressure. This may explain the conflicting reports here in the West on whether ginseng is a cure for high blood pressure, or worsens it. Maintaining electrolyte balance is also important, for instance licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) can decrease potassium levels, cause sodium and water retention and increase blood pressure.

Hypertension Herbal Remedies

Energy Tea with Reishi Mushroom
Reishi mushrooms help support your energy levels in a healthy way.
Arjuna Capsules
Reduces frequency of attacks, Lowers blood pressure and raises levels of HDL (good cholesterol.
Barberry root tea
Use 2 to 4 grams (1-2 teaspoons) of dried root or 1 to 2 tsp of whole or crushed berries steeped in 150 ml (approximately 2/3 of a cup) of hot water f.
Buchu tea
Buchu can be used alone or combined with other antiseptic and diuretic herbs to treat bladder infections, and water retention. Buchu is often combined.
Cayenne and Yarrow Tea
Yarrow Tea is a good remedy for severe colds, being most useful in the commencement of fevers, and in cases of obstructed perspiration. The infusion i.
Codonopsis root tea
Codonopsis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat loss of appetite, diarrhea, high blood pressure, and vomiting. Codonopsis relieves headac.
Dandelion and bilberry "coffee"
This dark, sweet, and spicy herbal combo also tastes great which makes it a pleasure to include a morning cup in your daily routine. Helpful for hea..
Forskolin Extracts
Coleus should be used in the form of forskolin extracts. Coleus formulations for high blood pressure frequently will contain hawthorn and/or valerian
Garlic for High Blood Pressure
Eating quantities of just one small clove of garlic a day can have beneficial effects on hypertension. Garlic oil and powder supplements, especially
Hibiscus Tea
Hibiscus makes a red tea that is naturally high in Vitamin C and antioxidants and trace minerals. Add a little sugar, and you can fool the kids and
Hibiscus, Pennywort Circulation Tonic
Drink this tea for the joyful taste, and enjoy the health benefits. Pennywort is served in Thai restaurant as a cooling drink, and along with hibiscu
Mistletoe tea
Mistletoe tea is made from the dried leaves of the European genus, Viscum album. Mistletoe tea is used to treat the symptoms of high blood p.
Motherwort - hawthorn tea
Motherwort can help you to relax, slow down a rapid heart rate, and relieve stress. Mother wort can be taken long term to lower cholesterol, reduce p
Parsley Diuretic tea
Fresh parsley is an easy, tasty tea, used mainly for its diuretic properties. Parsley is well complemented by anise, it accents and improves the fla.
Reishi - Hawthorn Morning Tea
This tea is a good tasting morning tonic to increase energy and improve circulation. The nettle root is an effective diuretic, and the reishi, hawtho.
Reishi and Sorrel diet tea
Enjoy this tart, red tea while you help your body burn carbs, get an energy boost, and help to lower high blood pressure. 

Skullcap tea
Despite the rather ominous sounding name, skullcap has been used for centuries by herbalists as an effective nerve tonic and sedative. Its common use.

Spicy and sassy blood tonic
This spicy tea is one of the best tasting I have ever concocted. It is also very healthy and contains herbs known for their effects on lowering bloo..

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