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Medicinal plants for high blood pressure
High blood pressure, known in technical language as hypertension, should not be taken lightly. It often goes unnoticed for a long time, but if left untreated, high blood pressure can have devastating effects. It is not always necessary to resort to chemical medicines - medicinal plants, applied correctly, can also help with lighter forms.
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- causes
- symptoms
- medicinal plants
- Rauwolfia serpentina (snake root)
- Olive Leaf Extract
- mistletoe
- Garlic and wild garlic
- Alpine Rose (Rhododendron ferrugineum)
- Gingko
- asparagus
- Crataegus
- Soothing medicinal plants
- Homeopathy in hypertension
- aconite
- arnica
- Aurum metallicum
- Adonis vernalis
- Cactus
- Glonoinum
- Teerezepte
- Additional tips
causes
Mostly, the cause of hypertension is unclear. This is also called essential hypertension. Other causes include kidney, endocrine, vascular, type II diabetes, or certain medications such as glucocorticoids, psychotropic drugs, thyroid hormones, and the anti-baby pill. Also, a predisposition to high blood pressure can be genetically determined.
Other causes include obesity, physical inactivity, high cholesterol, high salt intake, daily alcohol intake, negative stress, smoking and potassium deficiency. In any case, hypertension must be clarified by a doctor. If diseases are the underlying, they should be treated first.
If high blood pressure is detected early, it can often be successfully eliminated with medicinal plants and a lifestyle change. (Image: stokkete / fotolia.com) symptoms
Many patients do not notice their existing hypertension for a long time. This is then a so-called incidental finding, for example, at the annual check-up. Others complain of headaches, tinnitus, dizziness, heart palpitations and sweats. If there is an underlying disease, there are often more symptoms.
The WHO (World Health Organization) divides the hypertension as follows:
An optimal blood pressure prevails at values of systolic around 120 mmHg and diastolic around 80 mmHg. At normal blood pressure, systole is between 120 and 129 and diastole is between 80 and 84 mmHg. High-normal blood pressure means systolic values between 130 to 139 mmHg and diastolic values between 85 and 89 mmHg.
Thereafter begins the so-called mild hypertension, also called stage I: systole 140 to 159 mmHg and diastole 90 to 99 mmHg. At moderate hypertension (stage 2), systole reaches 160-179 mmHg and diastole 100-109 mmHg. Systolic values above 180 mmHg and diastolic values greater than 110 mmHg are referred to as severe hypertension (Level 3).
Garlic is one of the best-known medicinal plants that can be used against high blood pressure and other cardiovascular problems. (Image: Sarote / fotolia.com) medicinal plants
A mild or borderline high blood pressure can be treated with medicinal plants. But it is essential to keep a blood pressure journal. If the hypertension can not be influenced, or if the values are very variable, this must be clarified with a doctor. Even if the values return to normal, but the symptoms do not change, the patient belongs to a doctor's office.
Rauwolfia serpentina (snake root)
Rauwolfia is used in mild essential hypertension. Especially if those affected suffer from restlessness, anxiety and / or tension. In addition to a low blood pressure-lowering effect, this medicinal plant relieves the accompanying symptoms such as headache and dizziness.
Due to significant side effects Rauwolfia is only used in low doses and mostly in mixed preparations. A homeopathic prescription is only from the D4 no longer prescription. Rauwolfia should never be taken just like that, without the prior consultation of a doctor or alternative practitioner.
The use of a Rauwolfia preparation is absolutely contraindicated if there are diseases such as depression, gastric or intestinal ulcers or even a tumor of the adrenal medulla. Likewise, pregnant and breastfeeding women must be excluded from taking.
Olive leaf extract is a widely used natural medicine that can also be used to combat high blood pressure. (Image: silencefoto / fotolia.com) Olive Leaf Extract
Everyone knows how healthy olive oil is. But even healthier and more substantial is the olive leaf extract. This anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, antibiotic, antifungal, antiparasitic and strengthens the immune system. Already Hildegard von Bingen used olive leaves in the treatment of indigestion - but in Teeform - on. More effective is the olive leaf extract. This supports a colon cleansing, prevents recurrent cystitis, helps in vaginal fungus and improves the vascular situation throughout the body. This also has a positive effect on the treatment of hypertension. If you do not like the bitter taste of the extract, you can take it in the form of capsules. It is important to pay attention to a sufficient fluid intake.
mistletoe
Mistletoe is a very special plant. It compensates for high, but also low blood pressure. This is especially good for patients who suffer from blood pressure fluctuations. The mistletoe is available as a tea, in drops, tablets or ampoules. Which form of application is the right one is best discussed together with a doctor or a naturopath.
Garlic and wild garlic
Garlic is not only a great spice, but also a helpful medicinal plant. Garlic has an antibacterial, antifungal and prevents the clumping of platelets, known in the jargon as platelet aggregation inhibition. Likewise, this medicinal plant can cause a dissolution of existing blood clots. In this respect, garlic is a good remedy for hypertension.
If you do not like garlic, you can grab wild garlic instead. This also keeps the vessels elastic and can lower the increased blood pressure somewhat. Garlic and wild garlic are best eaten fresh and regularly.
Alpine Rose (Rhododendron ferrugineum)
The rust-leaved alpenrose is poisonous. It should therefore only be used in homeopathic form, from D6. This medicinal plant is prescribed for gout, rheumatic diseases, weather sensitivity and hypertension in natural medicine.
Gingko
Gingko is known to be used for decreasing mental ability, difficulty concentrating, ringing in the ears and dizziness. Gingko improves blood circulation and dilates blood vessels, which can also have an effect on existing high blood pressure. Caution: When taking blood thinners must be dispensed gingko!
asparagus
Everyone knows about asparagus - a delicious, draining vegetable. However, asparagus can also help as a medicinal plant in high blood pressure. As asparagus juice or in tablet form, this contributes to the gentle drainage, which can help with some forms of hypertension. Before a cure with an asparagus preparation a doctor should be consulted. Not everyone is capable of dewatering.
Crataegus
Crataegus, the hawthorn, is found in various tea blends again. It is used for strengthening the heart, especially in the so-called old-age heart, but also in connection with palpitations in the climacteric and for the treatment of hypertension. Crataegus is also popular as a tincture, alone or together with other medicinal plants.
Soothing medicinal plants
Medicinal plants that have a calming effect often have a positive effect on existing hypertension. Examples include valerian, lemon balm, lavender, passion flower and hops. Especially if the sufferers have a stress-related high pressure, the plants mentioned are recommended - individually or as a mixture. In the further course of the article tea blends are described.
Many homeopathic remedies are available for the treatment of high blood pressure, but should be used by experienced therapists. (Picture: Glaser / fotolia.com) Homeopathy in hypertension
Homeopathy is a therapy procedure in natural medicine, which is often used in hypertensive patients. However, here first the remedy must be found, fitting to the patient and his symptoms. An experienced medical practitioner or a doctor specializing in homeopathy should be consulted before taking it - especially if high potency be taken.
aconite
Aconitum, the iron hat, is a suitable remedy for spontaneously occurring high blood pressure crises. At the same time the blood pressure rises suddenly and massively. Maybe there are still acute symptoms such as anxiety, panic and restlessness. Those affected feel better in the fresh air and in peace.
arnica
Arnica is known for use in injuries, accidents, etc. Arnica is the right remedy for high blood pressure, so those affected have a red face, suffering from headaches, tinnitus, dizziness and possibly even nosebleeds. The head is hot, but the body is cold.
Aurum metallicum
Aurum metallicum - Gold is a homeopathic remedy that brings some light back into life. So sufferers who need it, may be a bit melancholy. They are people who are very ambitious and can not handle them if they do not reach their own ambitious goals. There are also red skin and a slightly bloated face.
Adonis vernalis
Adonis vernalis, the Adonis flower helps with high blood pressure in hectic, restless people, especially in connection with hyperthyroidism.
Cactus
Cactus, the queen of the night, is a homeopathic remedy that uses "constriction", dizziness, head-to-head rush, high blood pressure, anxiety, and melancholy.
Glonoinum
Glonoinum, better known as nitroglycerin, is the drug of choice as a conventional medical emergency remedy for angina pectoris. But even in homeopathic form, Glonoinum can perform well in hypertension. Accompanying symptoms include headache, rush of blood to the head and hot flashes.
Teerezepte
Several medicinal plants together often help more than one alone. Here are some easy teas recipes that can help with slightly elevated blood pressure.
Blood pressure tea 1
Mistletoe, hawthorn - and leaves and lemon balm leaves are mixed in equal parts and a teaspoon of it is brewed with about 250 ml of boiling water. After about seven minutes the tea is ready. A cup is drunk in the morning and in the evening.
Blood pressure tea 2 for relaxation
This tea is used for relaxation and can thus slightly lower the increased blood pressure. For the tea, mix lavender, melissa and passionflower in equal parts, one teaspoon of this is boiled with 250 ml of boiling water and strained after about seven to eight minutes. Two to three cups a day provide relaxation.
A tea blend of hawthorn, lavender and valerian root may be helpful in high blood pressure associated with stress. (Image: unpict / fotolia.com) Blood pressure tea 3 for stressed
To calm down stressed people this tea is suitable: 30g hawthorn blossoms and leaves, 30g lavender flowers and 40g valerian root. Add one teaspoon of this mixture to one-quarter liter of boiling water and let it steep for about seven to eight minutes. Of these, two to three cups a day are drunk.
Additional tips
Hypertension requires a rethink. Mild hypertension can often be ameliorated by medicinal plants and a different lifestyle. So definitely existing overweight should be reduced. Moderate sports - especially endurance sports - is recommended. Before starting, please consult the attending physician. Daily walking already helps a lot.
Smoking should be stopped altogether and alcohol consumption reduced. Excessive salting of the food does not have to be - better is seasoning with herbs. The right, balanced diet is important. Animal is reduced - meat, sausage and fish are only twice a week on the menu. Fruits and vegetables, fiber and whole grains account for the bulk of the food.
Negative stress is poison and can lead to hypertension over time. Those affected must learn to deal with stress. Here meditation, progressive muscle relaxation and yoga help. Fixed rest periods are important. (Sw)