11 Home Remedies For Low Blood Pressure

[toc]Low blood pressure is not really a problem to worry about, but there are times when it can hamper everyday functions and in extreme cases, may prove to be fatal. Basically blood pressure is defined as the force exerted by the blood on the walls of the arteries. Usually the pressure reading of about 90/60 anything lower can be termed as low blood pressure.

This pressure affects the oxygen supply to different organs and thus lower pressure may hamper overall functioning of the body. Do remember that you also need to consume a healthy and balanced diet rich in grains and fibers. Here are some home remedies that can help you in this reference.

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11 Useful Home Remedies For Low Blood Pressure

Basil And Honey

There are many natural remedies that provide beneficial results for combating everyday problems and basil and honey is a combination that works wonders in this reference. All that you have to do is crush the leaves of the basil and extract the juice.

Then mix a couple of spoons of honey to the same and consume the liquid everyday. Not only will this help you combat everyday infections and improve immunity, it helps to regularize the flow of blood to the organs and thus helps re-balance the pressure.

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Raisins

For this remedy, you need to soak about 10-15 raisins in warm water overnight. Let it stay and them eat these on an empty stomach the next morning.

Have a glass of water post consuming the same and make sure that you do not eat anything for at least an hour after this. The raisins help to flush out toxins, improve digestion and create a balance in the pressure with its natural sweetness.

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Iodine

The simplest and the most economical remedies to combat low blood pressure issues is to have more of salt in the diet. However, remember that iodine in excess quantities too causes a lot of harm, so have a little extra salt by drinking it with honey or lime water, but avoid overdoing it.

Else, chances of blood pressure going up too much are high. The iodine in the salt helps in increasing the pressure again, but providing more force to the blood for exerting on the arteries.

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Beetroot Juice

The natural goodness of beetroot is extremely beneficial for combating low blood pressure woes.

Beetroots has natural salts that helps to counterbalance this loss of pressure. It equalizes the pressure balance while providing vital nutrients.

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Garlic

As per recent studies, garlic helps in regulating blood pressure and also aids in improving overall body functions. Basically what garlic does here is thin the blood, which prevents the risks of clotting and thus helps in regularizing blood flow.

As a result, pressure is balanced and this treatment should be done for at least a few weeks. Garlic can be consumed in the form of cloves or in raw forms.

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Fish Oil

Foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids are highly recommended for individuals suffering from low blood pressure.

It may have a modest, but certain affect on regularizing blood pressure. In this reference, fish oil is highly recommended for patients suffering from the same because it contains of docohexaenoic acid or DHA and eicosapentaenoic acid or APA, which helps to lower pressure in the body. These are high on nutrition too and low on calories.

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Cayenne Pepper

This is one of the quickest available solutions for lowering blood pressure. All that you have to do is consume foods laden with cayenne pepper because it is a strong vasodilator. Basically it helps in expansion of the blood vessels and also helps in increasing blood flow. As a result, the rate at which pressure is exerted on arteries is increased and the blood flow in the entire circulatory system improves.

You can also try mixing a couple of teaspoons of cayenne pepper in warm water or have it as a tea too. It can be mixed with Aloe Vera for alleviating the symptoms of high blood pressure. Though available in capsule forms, it is best to have the same in natural forms.

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Coconut Water

This heavenly water is not only rich in potassium and electrolytes but it also contains vital nutrients that improve overall body functions and help blood pressure patients regain their lost strength. The water of the coconut has been significantly helpful in increasing blood pressure, without making it too risky or dangerous.

As per recent studies, patients suffering from low blood pressure were giving the water of the coconut on an everyday basis for about a month. This was done on an empty stomach and it helped them get over the problem of low blood pressure drastically.

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Raw Cacao

This is another product that is rich in flavonoids and is easily available in the kitchen. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is used for combating low blood pressure. It can be consumed in its natural form as a powder or you can also add it to some water and have the same.

It works very similar to adaptogens that helps the body combat stress, which is one of the most common causes of low blood pressure. It helps in pressure regulation while dealing with the stress inducing hormones too.

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Turmeric

For years, turmeric has been used as a home medicine for cuts, burns and other similar options. But today, turmeric is also proven to be a great cure for low blood pressure.

You can mix it with some milk and have it or even mix it with some water or food. It reduces inflammation in the body and also enhances cardiovascular function for better blood flow, thus regulating low blood pressure.

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Yoga And Exercise

Though patients of low blood pressure should not do too many exercises that make them sweat, yoga and milder exercise forms are considered safe.

Again, asanas like padmasana, deep breathing, side twisting and turning, etc. helps in increasing the flow of blood to the arteries. Along with this, walking on the bare foot on the grass or even the beach helps in regulating blood pressure, thus creating a neutral balance.