Alternative therapies for High Blood Pressure

Classifying hypertension- Hypertension (High blood pressure) can be mild, moderated, or severe.

Normal BP- 120/80mmHg or sl less

Pre-hypertension – 120-139mmHg for systolic, 80-89mmHg for diastolic

Stage I hypertension-140-159 mmHg for systolic, 90-99mmHg for diastolic

Stage 2 hypertension-160mmHg or higher for systolic, 100mmHg or higher for diastolic

Related condition- It can be caused by a history of kidney disorder, pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal glands), and spinal cord disorder. If diastolic pessure(low blood pressure) shooting up to120mmHg or higher without evidence of organ damage must get treated immediately. It is a hypertensive emergencies situation, which can cause stoke.

Strong Scientific Evidence

1. Omega-3 acid- It should be a balance of omega-6 and omega-3 acid for health. Omega-3 fatty from fish or fish oil supplements significantly reduce cholesterol levels, which may also help patients with hypertension. Omega-3 supplements can cause an increase in bleeding in susceptible individuals including those taking blood thinning medications such as warfarin ( coumadin).

2. Yoga-is generally considered to be safe in healthy individuals when practiced appropriately. Although avoid certain positions, cuch as headstands or shoulder stands,which may increase blood pressure.

Good Scientific Evidence

1. Calcium-Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body. Several studies have found that calcium may have hypotensive (lowering blood pressure) effects. In the DASH(Dietary Approaches to stop Hypertension) study, three serving perday of calcium intake at the recommended level may be helpful in preventing and treating moderated hypertension.

2. CoenzymeQ10 (coQ 10)- is produced by the human body and is necessary for the basic functioning of the cells. Low blood levels of CoQ10 have been found in people with hypertension, although it is not clear if CoQ10 deficiency is a cause of high blood pressure.

3. Hibiscus- This Herb been used for centuries by Ayurvedic and Chinese medical doctors. Human studies have shown that extracts of hibiscus may lower systolic and diastolic pressure. One study, Hibiscus standardized extract worked as well as Captopril ( Capoten which is a ACE inhibitor, use to lower blood pressure).

Acupuncture promos the qi moving and preventing blood stagnation which in western medicine called thrombosis. Acupuncture also relax the mind and muscle which reduce stress settle emotion and preventing stroke.