Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
I am involved in a cellular health program. Remember I discussed in my Hydration chat how I felt I wasn't feeling hydrated even though I was drinking my water? I have confirmed with my cellular blood analysis that I was right! Not only the water I drink may not be helping to flush my cells, the supplements I am taking may be being flushed out as well! So I will be reporting more as I learn. Mean while hypertension was talked about and I felt this information would be valuable! This is what is suggested. ALWAYS review any changes you make with your own nutritionist. A nutritionist has been trained to help you with this decisions. Excessive pressure of blood against arterial walls increases risk for heart attack and stroke. Ancient Perspective In TCM, caused by liver yang rising (stress) or kidney yin deficiency (poor diet, inactivity). Foods that Harm High-sodium foods, sugar, refined grains, caffeine, processed meats, canned foods, alcohol Foods that Heal Wild-caught fish (salmon), eggs, grass-fed meat, leafy greens, asparagus, broccoli, beets, spinach, beans, walnuts, seeds, coconut oil, avocado, berries, goji, pomegranate, watermelon, oats, dark chocolate Top 5 Ancient Prescriptions - Hawthorn. Lowers blood pressure. Take 1,200 mg extract daily. - Garlic. Natural vasodilator. Take 500 mg daily. - Fish oil. Lowers BP. Take 1,000–3,000 mg daily. - Magnesium. Reduces BP. Take 300–600 mg daily. - Ginger and turmeric tea. Blocks calcium channels. Steep 1 tbsp fresh ginger in 2 cups boiling water; sip daily. - Other Remedies - Acupuncture, prayer, meditation, yoga, walking, exercise, gratitude, and magnesium/potassium supplementation. - Essential Oils - Diffuse lavender, ylang ylang, rosemary, or frankincense (3 drops). Suggested fish oil Rosita - fish oil fullscrit Has your nutritionist or wellness practitioner discussed this with you, if you have these concerns?