high blood pressure

[nazimparbin]

Hi. How can I reduce high blood pressure? Please advise me. Thank you.

[Zest]

Hi nazimparbin ,

I would suggest discussing your blood pressure with your GP, but there is also some information in NHS choices about 'high blood pressure' that you might want to have a look at as well:

nhs.uk/conditions/Blood-pre...

I hope that is helpful.

Zest

[PhilFreeToAsk]

Acupuncture worked for me. But you need see a good qualified acupuncturist and I need regular top-ups. You can try it for a short period if it works for you then you have a non-drug solution

Olive Oil supplements can help. But that really leads to the conclusion that the Mediterranean diet rich in Olive Oil is good for blood pressure and heart health. So maybe you need to look at your diet to support lowering your blood pressure.

[BadHare in reply to PhilFreeToAsk]

Acupuncture is wonderful! 😀

Did you have it for blood pressure, or was it a side effect?

[PhilFreeToAsk in reply to BadHare]

Acupuncture is an amazing treatment. Acupuncture has a simple philosophy but requires great skill.

My acupuncturist was treating me specifically to bring down my blood pressure. He also told me to see my GP to check that nothing else was wrong. My GP was so concerned he arranged for a 24 hour monitor. Being the NHS that took 4 weeks. In the meantime, I had 3 acupuncture treatments. I went back to my GP and he was pleased. Normal heart and blood pressure. No further treatment required.

I had no other treatment or dietary change.

[BadHare in reply to PhilFreeToAsk]

You’ve made my day!😀

I’m an acupuncturist, so hearing that is wonderful news!

We often pick up on health issues or misdiagnoses that go unnoticed by GPs. It’s quite scary that physios are allowed to needle people after only 14 hours practice, so it’s always best to go to a real practitioner, as you did!

Acupressure is also very good, & useful for self-treatment. Have a look at Sarah Calabro’s website for good information on which bits to do.

[PhilFreeToAsk in reply to BadHare]

Delighted to hear you are an acupuncturist. I respect those that are well trained. I would not trust anyone who has 14 hours experience of inserting needles. Most people think that Acupuncture is a pain management system. Pain Management is a result of getting the mind and body in balance. It takes skill, knowledge, sensitivity and experience to achieve that. Achieving that does have side effects – a stronger immune system, better energy, improved digestion etc.

Many posts on this forum are looking for food solutions. Although food maybe a solution or part of the solution, I can see a number of problems could be treated by Acupuncture. Once understood, you appreciate the complexity of the interplay between mind and body. I will do my bit and I rely on my acupuncturist to support me in achieving the best of health for my age and body. We do talk about food and exercise that supports his treatment. In the end, I remain in control of my health.

Thanks for the website. Very useful and a good reference point.

[BadHare in reply to PhilFreeToAsk]

People here seek treatment when the usual options have failed them They’re usually quite down at this point, as I was when I first tried it, & out of sheer desperation as I couldn’t walk. Being holistic, it’s impossible to treat only one aspect of a persons health, & wonderful to see people getting better as they start to make positive changes themselves. The needles are just a catalyst for this, it’s their bodies doing the healing.

Have you tried cupping , it’s very relaxing, like deep tissue massage, though blotchy afterwards.

[PhilFreeToAsk in reply to BadHare]

My acupuncturist is expert in TCM. Many people had asked him including me about cupping after they saw pictures of Michael Phelps at the last olympics. I attach an article from the Telegraph for general information more for others than yourself telegraph.co.uk/health-fitn....

He said to me that he gives me the best treatment for my condition which is needles not cupping. I trust his expertise.

[BadHare]

Try eating >5 portions of fruit & veg a day, plus avoid salt. If you cook from scratch, you can avoid putting it in your food.

[nmpetersen]

I am 30 years old and I was diagnosed with high-blood pressure when I was 14. The things I do to keep it around the 120-135ish range (top number) and 70-90 (bottom number). I run 1 mile everyday and often times to a cardio workout after work. So, exercise and diet is your best bet. Also some supplements you can take is Co enzyme Q10 100-200mg, Vitamin D3 2,000 IU, and magnesium 600-1200mg, Vitamin C 3,000mg a day, Fish Oil containing high potency fatty acids (both EPA and DHA) 1,000mg (three times a day), and calcium 1,000mg per day. It's best to get these needed vitamins from the foods you eat, but you can supplement if you do not think you are getting these levels. I would advise a visit to a functional medicine doctor if you have questions if there is one available in your area. Other supplements that help are hawthorn 150mg, Taurine 500mg and Arginine 1000mg. But to put it simply Diet + Exercise is crucial (5-7 servings of fruit and vegetables) and plenty of healthy fats, MCT (medium chain triglycerides, poly and monounsaturated fats (avocado, Flax seed, Hemp hearts, Fish Oil (Omega 3 fatty acids), unrefined organic coconut oil, nuts and seeds (ones without salt), and chia seeds. Fats to avoid would be GMO canola oil, safflower oil, GMO soybean oil, and hydrogenated oils (terrible for your heart). Oils to cook with avocado oil and unrefined coconut oil.

Be advised that blood pressures within the 120-140 / 80-90 range are actually quite normal and that modern health practitioners over prescribe blood pressure medication because many people actually don't have a reading of 120/80. Not to mention many people have white coat syndrome (which I have) when they visit the doctors office and their reading is actually higher there.

[BadHare]

It’s something celebs are fond of, I’m told images pop up in fashion mags from time to time. I’m TCM trained, but not in herbs, just the four physical treatments. Cupping can be used as well as or instead of needling. Some people prefer that, or mix’s, or Tuina, which are alternatives for anyone needle phobic. One of the US Olympic team’s physios punctured one of their swimmers lungs, I imagine their contract wasn’t renewed. 🤡