Herbal Cure for High Blood Pressure
June 30, 2009
Atherosclerosis or interrupted functioning of the kidney may lead to thickness of blood in the arteries leading to raised blood pressure. But most of the time the cause of raised pressure is unexplained.
Normal range for blood pressure is 80/120. Common symptoms include dizziness, pain in heart region, nose bleeds and headaches. If blood pressure is giving you trouble then here are a few trusted high blood pressure natural remedies to treat it.
Garlic has blood thinning properties. Since it very difficult to chew on or consume directly due to its strong flavor, the powder of garlic can be consumed in capsules once daily. Garlic will help in dissolving any possible clots in blood thus improving blood flow.
Tincture of valerian can be consumed in water by pouring about 10 drops in it. This remedy is especially helpful if you are facing stress-induce high blood pressure. Herbal teas improve circulation of blood so that blood pressure becomes normal. But if you may add Ju Hua in your tea, it will be further helpful in regulating the pressure.
If you do not like it with your tea then an infusion can be made of the herb. Take equal quantities of Ju Hua and hawthorn, lime flowers and yarrow. Prepare the fusion by mixing them together. You may also your herbal pharmacist to prepare the infusion for you. You must consume the infusion three times a day.
You may also obtain tincture made of hawthorn, cramp bark and motherwort. Put 20 drops of this tincture in a glass of water and drink daily.
Fluid retention may be yet another cause of high blood pressure. Herbal diuretics like parley leaf and dandelion can be helpful in these conditions. You may get an infusion of these two herbs and drink two to three everyday.
Apart from these remedies, the patient must consume more than 8 glasses of water everyday. They must avoid foods carrying too much salt or sugar. Long walks, but not brisk walks, are beneficial for high blood pressure.
These herbal remedies should only be followed in case of mild or temporary high blood pressure. In case of emergency, seek professional help.
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