Hypertension is a condition when the blood pressure rises from the normal recommended level of 110/70 mmHg. When the blood pressure is 140/90 mm Hg, over and over again, for most of the time, then he has hypertension.
Symptoms Of Hypertension
Hypertension manifests as:
- Repeated occipital headaches
- Blurring of vision
- Giddiness
- Nausea
- Exhaustion and drowsiness
- Nosebleed
- Poor concentration
- Breathlessness
- Irregular heartbeat
- Increased urination
When you observe these symptoms for a long period of time, it is prudent to seek medical help, as soon as possible. Left untreated, hypertension may lead to grave consequences. Seeing a medical practitioner is very important.
Home Remedies For Hypertension Treatment
To manage hypertension, one needs to adopt a consistent lifestyle pattern, follow a healthy diet, exercise daily and combat stress.
Here are a few effective home remedies that reduce the blood pressure and bring it to normal.
Garlic: garlic is the best herb that helps fight hypertension effectively. Studies state that garlic can decrease the systolic blood pressure and the diastolic blood pressure appreciably. Garlic supplies allicin, a compound that have potent blood pressure lowering properties. It also prevents platelet aggregation, thus staving off the occurrence of atherosclerosis. Consume 3 flakes of raw garlic daily.
Onion: onion, like garlic is a powerful blood pressure remedy too. It has been proved time and again that onion helps diminish blood pressure in patients who have persistently high levels.
Onion also acts like a blood thinner, preventing clot formation. Consume the juice of 3 to 5 raw onions every day.
Flax seeds: flax seeds have a wonderful effect on the entire cardiovascular system. It tones up the heart, reduces cholesterol levels and prevents angina, atherosclerosis and heart attacks. Roast the flax seeds, grind them and consume about 2 spoons daily.
Long Term Complications Of Hypertension
- Coronary Artery Disease
Untreated hypertension can damage the walls of the arteries. The inner lining of the walls can not endure the excessive pressure of the blood and get damaged. The damaged arterial wall causes an accumulation of fats. This narrows the passage. Eventually, atherosclerosis develops. - Cardiovascular Diseases
When the arteries that supply blood to/from the heart get occluded due to fat deposits, the heart must augment its efficiency and work harder to re-establish normal circulation. The overburden impairs the normal functioning of the heart. - Stroke
Narrowing or occlusion of the arteries that carry blood and oxygen to the brain results in brain damage. Blood supply and oxygen supply to the brain diminishes, thus, leading to stroke. In case the blood vessels in the brain cannot put up with the excessive force, they rupture causing hemorrhagic stroke. - Malfunctioning of the Kidneys
Hypertension has a detrimental impact on the kidneys. The primary function of the kidneys is filtering of the blood to eliminate wastes in the form of urine. High blood pressure can result in kidney failure. Rupture of blood vessels in the kidneys hinders the filtration process, consequently leading to a build up of noxious wastes in the body. The narrowed arteries may partly reduce the flow of blood to the kidneys. This diminution in the blood supply decreases the kidneys’ capacity to filter blood.
