7 anti-hypertension dietary tips

November 25, 2016

If you have hypertension, these 7 anti-hypertension dietary tips will allow you to better regulate your blood pressure.

7 anti-hypertension dietary tips

1. Herbal tea for maintaining appropriate blood pressure 

Mistletoe, hawthorn and arnica regulate blood pressure.

  • They can be used pure in teas, but also enter into the composition of many mixtures for infusions.

2. Pineapple juice

Drink one glass of pineapple juice or eat this fresh fruitevery day.

  • It contains bromelin, an enzyme that prevents the fat deposits on the walls of blood vessels.

3. Wine with Chinese sage

  1. Cut 120 g (about 4 oz) of Chinese sage roots into small pieces;
  2. Put them in a clear glass bottle that you fill with red wine;
  3. Marinate for one month in a well heated area;
  4. Filter and decant in an opaque bottle;
  5. Drink an amount equivalent to one shot glass-full (not more) morning and evening.

4. Bear's garlic

Bear'sgarlic contains substances withhypotensive effects.

  • Its leaves pleasantly add flavour to salad and pasta.

5. Garlic and raw onions

Garlic and raw onions lower blood pressure.

  • Eat one clove of garlic per day or add garlic and onion to your dishes.

6. Infusion with an olive leaf

  1. Pour 250 ml (1 cup) of boiling water over 10 g (2 teaspoons)of finely chopped and dried olive leaves;
  2. Let steep for10 minutes and filter;
  3. Press three cloves of garlic and add them to the infusion with 15 g (1 tablespoon) of honey.

7. Anti-hypertension foods

  • In season, eat fresh asparagus. This extremely diuretic vegetable can reduce high blood pressure by promoting increased disposal of salt and water.
  • To limit your salt intake, replace it with herbs.
  • Give up alcohol, nicotine and coffee, which increase blood pressure.
  • Once per week, eat fatty fish such as mackerel or salmon, whose fatty acids lower blood pressure.
  • Use vegetable oils for cooking or frying.
  • Butter and margarine should be eaten sparingly.
  • Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grain products, and reduce fat

Check your blood pressure regularly and follow medical treatment if it exceeds 140/90. There are many plants whose active ingredients lower blood pressure, relaxes the sphincters of the blood vessels, or calm the nervous system. This advice should not replace a prescription or a visit to the doctor.

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