Ways to improve your blood pressure

It should be noted that there are a number of effective prescriptions drug medications that are available.However, these medications are not without serious side effects. Side effects from high blood pressure medication can include:

It should be noted that there are a number of effective prescriptions drug medications that are available.However, these medications are not without serious side effects. Side effects from high blood pressure medication can include:

• Insomnia


• Impotence


• Heart palpitations


• Kidney damage


• Loss of potassium and dizziness

There are several natural ways to lower blood pressure. Many of these have to do with avoidance of toxins that lead to high blood pressure, and others have to do with lifestyle additions that will help treat and prevent high blood pressure.

• Exercise regularly-This has been found to be highly effective in lowering high cholesterol and high triglyceride levels. The proper combination of resistance and/or strength training coupled along with cardio exercises can be a major preventative step toward preventing high blood pressure.


• Avoiding Trans Fats-These are fats that are produced by hydrogenated oils.These are most commonly commercially prepared food products such as margarines, cookies, pastries, fried foods and processed foods. Studies have shown that trans-fat intake of more than one percent ofthe total daily calorie intake, has been found to be an increased risk factor for hypertension and heart disease. Avoiding trans-fats will also help you to lose weight, which in turn helps lower cholesterol. It is also recommended that those trying to prevent high blood pressure avoid red meats and whole milk, which are high in saturated fat. Saturated fat has been found to increase cholesterol levels, to an even greater extent that consuming high cholesterol foods. It is recommended to replace red meat with fish and poultry and instead of whole milk, choose one percent or non-fat milk.Eating and maintaining a healthy diet will go a longer way toward preventing and even treating high blood pressure.


• Lose Weight - Research has found that there is a strong link between overweight and suffering from hypertension. It is important to remember that slow, steady weight loss, which involves a healthy diet and exercise over an extended period of time, has been effective in bringing blood pressure into normal levels in many individuals studied.


• Take Niacin-It has been recommended that those trying to treat high blood pressure take Niacin, because it has the ability to widen blood vessels, which may decrease the pressure exerted on the walls. Niacin can be purchased without a prescription, and is much less expensive than prescribed drugs. Many users report a downside to using niacin which is a harmless, but unpleasant flushing sensation. This side effect can be minimized by starting with a low dose, and gradually increasing to a level that will be recommended by your health care expert. Niacin has the added benefits of raising low HDL cholesterol levels, which decreases the risk of heart disease. It is crucial to consult with your health care professional, if you will be taking other medications with niacin, in order to prevent the possibility of liver damage.