Do You Suffer from High Blood Pressure or Hypertension?


If you suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure), you probably take prescription medications. Did you know this can be dangerous?

Prescription medications are frequently synthetic, and can be harmful to your health. Prescription drugs also DON'T treat the underlying cause of your hypertension.

Did you know that some alpha and beta blockers can cause headache, nausea, and even raise your BAD cholesterol levels? It's true.

You know that high blood pressure can cause heart attack and stroke if not treated properly. Did you know that there are many natural ways to reduce your blood pressure to normal?

Using natural methods to treat hypertension works just as well as prescription medication, and using these methods will treat the cause of the problem, improving your overall health!

To learn more, read about some of the best natural remedies for hypertension below. My pick is The High Blood Pressure Remedy Report, but what works best for me may not be what you need.

Saturday, November 28, 2009

Foods That Lower High Blood Pressure

Many people wonder if there are really foods that lower high blood pressure.While there are a few foods that are important in a diet for someone with hypertension, most importantly is what you SHOULD NOT eat. Avoiding certain foods can help your numbers drop significantly. Be sure to exercise regularly, reduce stress through deep-breathing or yoga, and don't smoke. Other than common sense, here are a few things that really work:

1. Add potassium to your diet. Many people who have high blood pressure are lacking potassium in their diet. Many fresh fruits and vegetables contain potassium.

2. Reduce your salt intake. Sodium has long been known for increasing blood pressure. Avoid adding extra salt to your food, and read labels for sodium content. Processed foods are usually packed full of salt, so be careful with those as well.

3. Avoid alcohol, or drink very little. A small glass or two of red wine each day may not hurt, but if you drink more than that you are asking for trouble! Alcohol substantially increases blood pressure.

4. Eat lots of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, along with low fat dairy. Try to avoid foods that contain large amounts of saturated fats and cholesterol.

There are many foods that will help in your efforts to lower high blood pressure. Dry beans, cooked without adding too much sodium, are a good choice as are whole grain breads and muffins. Green vegetables, foods containing a good deal of fiber and yogurt are good choices. Steer clear of donuts, pastries, deep fried foods and full-fat dairy products when possible.
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