CONTROL YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

NONI HELP REDUCE BLOOD PRESSURE

2009-06-02T08:49:00.001-07:00

Another connection I have experienced myself between noni juice (JUS MENGKUDU) and blood pressure is when my own husband was diagnosed with high cholesterol.

The doctor was very eager to start him on a course of aspirin and statins. When I learned about this, we both discussed it between us and decided that we would try a natural alternative approach to help him, rather than a course of prescribed drugs that, as his doctor said, would have to be taken for the rest of his life.

We have friends who are taking noni juice for other health problems and are satisfied with the results, also I had heard people say, “drink noni juice and blood pressure will drop”. Reading booklets on the subject, such as “Hawaiian Noni Morinda citrifolia) by Rita Elkins. M.H., which I found very interesting, we were convinced of it’s therapeutic effects and decided to purchase a bottle from a reputable company.

After using it for a few months along with antioxidants and bio-available minerals supplements, the results were fantastic! My husband cholesterol is now normal.

We both continue to use noni periodically on a maintenance level. So far our health is fine.

Peria Katak

2009-05-28T04:24:00.000-07:00

Peria katak adalah peria kecil yang sering di dapati menjalar di kawasan-kawasan kampung.Ia juga banyak terdapat di kawasan yang berhampiran dengan ladang kelapa sawit.Peria katak di percayai mampu merawat penyakit kecing manis dan juga darah tinggi.

Daripada pengalaman peribadi ia amat berkesan untuk mengurangkan tekanan darah saya.Walapun saya masih belum di declare sebagai pesakit darah tinggi, tekanan darah saya sering berada pada paras border line. Dengan mengamalkan pemakanan peria katak sebagai ulam-ulaman ianya mampu untuk mengembalikan bacaan darah saya ke tahap normal.Bagi sesiapa yang tahan,ia juga boleh dibuat jus, tetapi saya lebih selesa memakannya sebagai ulam.

Selamat mencuba

PANDUAN PEMAKANAN BAGI PESAKIT DARAH TINGGI

2008-09-21T21:55:00.000-07:00

1. Makanan

-Kurangkan makanan bergaram. Jangan tambah garam ke dalam makanan yang sudah masak
-Kurangkan makanan laut seperti udang, kerang, ketam.
-Kurangkan makan daging kambing atau lembu. Boleh makan ayam yang dibuang kulit dan lemaknya.
-Putih telor boleh dimakan
-Kurangkan makanan bersantan dan berlemak seperti minyak sapi atau mentega
-Ikan, sayuran dan buahan bebas dimakan
-Banyakkan makan rebusan dan kukusan
-Kurangkan masak makanan yang menggunakan banyak minyak atau lemak seperti menggoreng dengan minyak yang banyak ( deep frying)
-Banyakkan minum air tapi kurangkan minuman bergas dan minuman keras

2. Rehat dan tidur yang cukup.
3. Elakkan tekanan atau stress
4. Senaman ringan setiap hari
5. Berhenti merokok dan minuman keras
6. Lakukan aktiviti ringan seperti berkebun di masa lapang
7. Patuhi aturan ubatan dan temujanji
8. Datang terus ke hospital sekiranya berasa pening, sakit kepala, lemah-lemah anggota badan atau susah bernafas

Exercise - An Easy Approach to Lowering Your Blood Pressure

2008-09-17T19:41:00.000-07:00

Risk of a person likely to suffer from high blood pressure increases with age. Exercise is the key factor that would help you to keep your blood pressure low and avoid hypertension. Exercise helps you to control your blood pressure and does not let it rise. Here are certain ways that clearly shows how exercise helps to lower the blood pressure:

1. Regular exercise makes your heart stronger and this makes you heart pump more blood through out the body. It eliminates the effort for pumping the blood through out the body, as the effort is decreased, the force and the pressure on arteries decrease; hence the blood pressure is lowered.

2. Exercise helps you to keep yourself more active and when an individual is more active it helps to lower the systolic blood pressure. Systolic blood pressure is actually the top number when reading the blood pressure. Exercise surely decreases the need for medication.

3. Exercise also helps you maintain your blood pressure and restricts it from rising.

4. Exercise maintains your weight, it is another way to control and maintain the blood pressure.

5. Aerobic exercises are also a very important and handy way to control the blood pressure

2007-11-06T22:06:00.000-08:00

Today I'd like to share some helpful information about how youcould use potassium to lower your blood pressure naturally.One of the most important nutrients for your body when it comesto treating high blood pressure is potassium. You probably knowthat bananas are high in potassium, even if you don't reallyknow what potassium is or what it does for the body.Potassium is an element and a nutrient that is required by thebody. It allows muscle contraction and helps send nerve impulsesthrough the body. Potassium can also help the body remove waste. The interesting thing about potassium is that too much sodium inthe body can keep potassium from working as it should. Even ifyou're getting enough potassium, which most people aren't, ifyou're also getting a lot of sodium you could be missing out onthe healthy effects. Further, diuretics can flush potassium as well as sodium fromthe body, giving you even more of a deficit than you started outwith.Researchers at Duke found that getting more potassium couldlower blood pressure by as many as 20 points for people most atrisk for high blood pressure. Other studies have foundreductions of around four points for systolic pressure and twopoints for diastolic pressure, about half the reduction usuallyseen when using blood pressure lowering drugs.It is possible to supplement potassium (though the potassiumsupplements sold over the counter have very small amounts ofpotassium and larger doses are only available by prescription)but the best way to get more potassium is through diet. Recentstudies have found that the type of potassium found in mostfoods is as effective at lowering blood pressure as the typeavailable in supplements. The recommended daily allowance for potassium is 4,700milligrams, though most people get much less than that. Here are some foods that are high in potassium:Foods with Potassium -- Serving Size -- Potassium (mg) --------------------------------------------------Apricots, dried -- 10 halves -- 407 Avocados, raw -- 1 ounce -- 180 Bananas, raw -- 1 cup -- 594 Beets, cooked -- 1 cup -- 519 Brussel sprouts, cooked -- 1 cup -- 504 Cantaloupe -- 1 cup -- 494 Dates, dry -- 5 dates -- 271 Figs, dry -- 2 figs -- 271 Kiwi fruit, raw -- 1 medium -- 252 Lima beans -- 1 cup -- 955 Melons, honeydew -- 1 cup -- 461 Milk, fat free or skim -- 1 cup -- 407 Nectarines -- 1 nectarine -- 288 Orange juice -- 1 cup -- 496 Oranges -- 1 orange -- 237 Pears (fresh) -- 1 pear -- 208 Peanuts dry roasted, unsalted -- 1 ounce -- 187 Potatoes, baked, -- 1 potato -- 1081 Prune juice -- 1 cup -- 707 Prunes, dried -- 1 cup -- 828 Raisins -- 1 cup -- 1089 Spinach, cooked -- 1 cup -- 839 Tomato products, canned sauce -- 1 cup -- 909 Winter squash -- 1 cup -- 896 Yogurt plain, skim milk -- 8 ounces -- 579 For more detailed information on how you can lower your blood pressurenaturally, and potentially stop taking your blood pressuremedications, you'll want to be sure to head on over towww.BloodPressureNormalized.com/myhbpreport and get a copy of our step-by-step report today!Here's that link again:http://www.BloodPressureNormalized.com/myhbpreportYours for excellent health,Joe BartonFounder, www.BartonPublishing.com

Tips for lowering your blood pressure

2007-10-03T21:14:00.000-07:00

Tips for lowering your blood pressure:
Smoking is the single greatest risk factor for developing coronary heart disease (CHD). By stopping smoking now, you can greatly reduce your risk of developing high blood pressure and CHD.
A diet that is lower in fat and high in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy foods significantly and quickly lowers blood pressure, according to the findings of a nationwide trial funded by the National Institutes of Health.
Also, by reducing salt (sodium) intake, blood pressure can often be lowered. Sodium intake promotes water retention, which can add to the blood volume and, subsequently, raise blood pressure.
Studies have shown that body weight, changes in body weight over years, and body mass index have important effects on blood pressure. Overweight people are much more likely to have high blood pressure. Losing weight can often result in lowering blood pressure.
Regular exercise not only helps to control weight but can also lower blood pressure. Your physician can recommend a program of exercise that will be suited to your overall health.

NON-HERBAL THERAPIES WITH SOME EVIDENCE OF BLOOD PRESSURE-LOWERING EFFECTS

2007-05-20T05:26:00.000-07:00

Transcendental A type of meditation believed to reduced blood pressure by
relieving the symptoms of stress.

Yoga Yoga reduces anxiety, promotes well-being and can improve your
quality of life in general.

Ayurveda A program herbal preparations, diet, yoga, meditation and other
practices which focuses on the body,mind and consciousness.
Some components of the Ayurvedic treatment may lower blood
pressure.

Acupuncture Very fine needles are inserted into the skin at specific anotomic
points to stimulate and balance the movement of energy (Chi) in
the body. Acupuncture can have beneficial effects on the immune
system and the circulation.

Chi gong A traditional Chinese exercise consisting of breathing and gentle
movements.

Doing The DASH low-salt

2007-05-15T21:01:00.000-07:00

How will the DASH low salt plan lower my blood pressure?

It is rich in fruit, vegetables and low-fat dairy products which contain potassium, magnesium and calcium-nutrients that are all linked to healthy blood pressure.
It is low in salt. Reducing your salt intake can help to prevent or reduced high blood pressure.

How quickly will the DASH low-salt plan work?

Blood pressure can begin to lower within two weeks of starting the DASH low-salt plan.

Tips for cutting down on salt.

On average we eat about 10 grams (two tea spoons) of salt per day.

Salt is something referred to as sodium on food labels. When following the DASH low-salt plan, try to have less than 6 grams (2.4 grams of sodium) per day.

Use herbs and spices, lemon or lime instead of salt, stock cubes or soy sauce
Choose foods labelled with no added salt
Use fresh rather than canned, cured or processed meat, fish or poultry wherever possible.
Add salt in cooking or at the table no both.

Terapi Jus Dalam Masalah Darah Tinggi

2007-05-04T23:12:00.000-07:00

Pada masa kini penyakit darah tinggi menjadi satu penyakit yang biasa di alami oleh semua golongan tidak kira usia muda atau pun tua. Oleh itu pencegahan adalah amat dititik beratkan bagi mengelakkan tekanan darah tinggi. Selain pengawalan dari segi makanan perubahan gaya hidup adalah merupakan langkah penting bagi mengawal tekanan darah tinggi.

Sebagai seorang yang pernah mengalami tekanan darah tinggi disini saya ingin berkongsi kaedah rawatan darah tinggi dengan menggunakan terapi jus buah-buahan dan herba. Walaupun tekanan darah saya telah berada pada tahap normal 130/80mmHg namun saya masih berjaga-jaga dalam kerana tidak mahu tekanan darah naik kembali.

Diantara buah-buahan dan herba yang mempunyai khasiat bagi merendahkan tekanan darah adalah seperti berikut:-

Misai kucing
Bawang putih
Buah mengkudu
Daun hempedu bumi
Biji teratai
Epel
Belimbing
Bit
Bayam
Brokoli
Limau lemon
Lobak merah
Kobis
Tembikai susu
Tomato
Seleri.
timun

Contoh penyediaan jus

Jus 1

Bahan : 3 biji lobak merah, 1 biji brokoli, 250 gram kobis
Cara Penyediaan : Kisar kesemua bahan tersebut sehingga menjadi jus
Amalkan setiap pagi.

Jus 2

Bahan : 5 batang seleri, 2 biji epel hijau
Cara Penyediaan : Kisar kesemua bahan tersebut sehingga menjadi jus
Amalkan pagi dah petang

Herbs For Reduced Your Bp

2007-05-03T06:53:00.000-07:00

1.Orthosiphon stamineus “ Cat Whiskes Leaf (Misai Kucing)
For generations, native communities in south East Asia have benefited from the goodness of cat whiskes leaf. Numerous clinical studies conducted in America, Asia and Europe since early last century has identified 23 pharmacologically useful compounds present in cat whiskes leaf. Cat whiskes leaf is diuretic and has been traditionally used in the prevention / management of diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, rheumatism, gout, arteriosclerosis, kidney stone and many other ailments.

2. “ Citrus Hystrix” Kaffir Lime Leaf (Limau Purut)

Kaffir Lime leaf contains high antioxidant activity, rich in flavonoid, polyphenol and has some antibacterial properties as well as a wide variety of vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, B1, B2 Sodium, Potassium, Iron and calcium. Because of its high concentration in flavonoid and polyphenol it may prevent heart disease and cancer.Kaffir Lime leaves is said to have many health benefits, including lowering your cholesterol, helping to slow the aging process and as a powerful remedies for menstrual pain also boosting your immune system.

3. “Cymbopogon Citratus” Lemongrass Leaf (Serai)

Lemongrass has been used for centuries in Asia and by Herbalist and in Ayurvedic herbalism. It is traditionally used to combat depression and bad moods, relieve congestion, coughing, bladder disorders, headaches, fever, stomach aches, digestive problems, diarrhea, gas, bowel spasms, vomiting, flu symptoms, as a mild sedative and to promote perspiration and as a possible cholesterol lowering agent. Studies show that lemongrass has antibacterial and antifungal properties.

4. “Centella Asiatica” Gotu Kola Leaf (Daun Pegaga)

Traditionally has been used for treating bronchitis, asthma, excessive secretion of gastric juice, dysentery, leucorrhoea, kidney trouble, urethritis and dropsy. This herb is said to have a direct action in lowering blood pressure and is often referred to as a rejuvenating medicament. It is also believed to be good for mothers who have just given birth and for preserving youthfulness.

5.“Hibiscus Sabdariffa” Hibiscus Leaf (Roselle)

Traditionally it has been used to treat high blood pressure and liver disorders. Its success seems to stem from its high content of antioxidants, such as flavonoids and polyphenols that are also beneficial to the heart. It has a mild flavor and has many culinary uses. Recent research has shown that this herb may have antibacterial properties. It is a mild laxative and it contains Vitamin C and malic acid. It has also been shown to relax the uterus and reduce blood pressure. It has also been used for indigestion and loss of appetite, as well as for colds, respiratory problems, and circulation disorders.

Resource:http://www.warisherb.com/malaytea/

Tomato extract may help lower blood pressure

2007-04-26T06:58:00.000-07:00

Tomato extract may help lower blood pressure

2006/1/13
By Amy Norton NEW YORK, Reuters Health

A dietary supplement derived from tomatoes may help treat moderately elevated blood pressure, the results of a small study suggest.

Researchers in Israel found that a daily dose of tomato extract helped lower blood pressure among 31 men and women with mild hypertension. On average, their systolic pressure --the top number in a blood-pressure reading --dropped 10 points, while their diastolic pressure, or bottom number, dipped four points, both statistically significant differences.

The supplement, sold as Lyc-O-Mato, contains several plant compounds found in tomatoes. Among them is lycopene, an antioxidant that some studies suggest may lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Antioxidants, such as lycopene and vitamins C and E, help neutralize oxygen free radicals -- molecules that are a natural byproduct of metabolism -- can damage body cells over time. This "oxidative stress" is thought to contribute to a range of chronic diseases, including heart disease.

The antioxidant effects of the tomato extract may explain its apparent benefit on blood pressure, according to the report in the American Heart Journal.

People who have mild high blood pressure or who have high-normal blood pressure would be the "ideal candidates" for treatment with the extract, said study co-author Dr. Esther Paran of the University of the Negev in Beer Sheva. It's these individuals, she noted, who are often advised to use lifestyle changes to rein in their blood pressure levels.

However, people who are already being treated for high blood pressure should talk with their doctors before trying tomato extract, Paran told Reuters Health. The study included adults ages 30 to 70 with stage 1 hypertension, defined as a systolic blood pressure between 140 and 159 mm Hg, and a diastolic pressure between 90 and 99 mm Hg. Blood pressure is considered normal when it is below 120/80; anything between that and 140/90 is considered "prehypertension."

Study participants spent 4 weeks taking a placebo, or inactive, capsule each day, after which they were given a tomato extract capsule every day for 8 weeks. Finally, they spent another 4 weeks on placebo capsules. LycoRed-Natural Products Industries, the maker of Lyc-O-Mato, supplied the extract.

During the treatment period, the group's average systolic blood pressure fell from 144 to 134 mm Hg, while their diastolic pressure dipped from 87.4 to 83.4 mm Hg.

At the same time, blood samples showed that certain markers of oxidative stress had declined -- suggesting that the supplement's antioxidant activity was responsible for the blood pressure benefit, according to the researchers. Eating a diet rich in tomato products and other antioxidant-containing fruits and vegetables is certainly a smart move, Paran said. But, she added, a person would need to down about four tomatoes to get the nutrients in one tomato extract capsule. In addition, Paran said, lycopene and other antioxidant compounds in tomatoes are fat-soluble, so they are more readily absorbed when taken with the oil used in the capsule.

However, she and her colleagues note that larger and longer-term studies are still needed to determine where tomato extracts fit into high blood pressure management.

What Is High Blood Pressure?

2007-04-22T19:31:00.000-07:00

High blood pressure is a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mmHg or higher. Both numbers are important.

Nearly 1 in 3 American adults has high blood pressure. Once high blood pressure develops, it usually lasts a lifetime. The good news is that it can be treated and controlled.

High blood pressure is called the silent killer because it usually has no symptoms. Some people may not find out they have it until they have trouble with their heart, brain, or kidneys. When high blood pressure is not found and treated, it can cause:

The heart to get larger, which may lead to heart failure.
Small bulges (aneurysms (AN-u-risms)) to form in blood vessels. Common locations are the main artery from the heart (aorta); arteries in the brain, legs, and intestines; and the artery leading to the spleen.
Blood vessels in the kidney to narrow, which may cause kidney failure.
Arteries throughout the body to "harden" faster, especially those in the heart, brain, kidneys, and legs. This can cause a heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, or amputation of part of the leg.
Blood vessels in the eyes to burst or bleed, which may cause vision changes and can result in blindness.

What Is Blood Pressure?

Blood is carried from the heart to all parts of your body in vessels called arteries. Blood pressure is the force of the blood pushing against the walls of the arteries. Each time the heart beats (about 60–70 times a minute at rest), it pumps out blood into the arteries. Your blood pressure is at its highest when the heart beats, pumping the blood. This is called systolic (sis-TOL-ik) pressure. When the heart is at rest, between beats, your blood pressure falls. This is the diastolic (di-a-STOL-ik) pressure.

Blood pressure is always given as these two numbers, the systolic and diastolic pressures. Both are important. Usually they are written one above or before the other, such as 120/80 mmHg (measured in millimeters of mercury, a unit for measuring pressure). When the two measurements are written down, the systolic pressure is the first or top number, and the diastolic pressure is the second or bottom number (for example, 120/80). If your blood pressure is 120/80, you say that it is "120 over 80."

Blood pressure changes during the day. It is lowest as you sleep and rises when you get up. It also can rise when you are excited, nervous, or active.

Still, for most of your waking hours, your blood pressure stays pretty much the same when you are sitting or standing still. That level should be lower than 120/80 mmHg. When the level stays high, 140/90 mmHg or higher, you have high blood pressure. With high blood pressure, the heart works harder, your arteries take a beating, and your chances of a stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems are greater.

What Is Normal Blood Pressure?

A blood pressure reading below 120/80 mmHg is considered normal. In general, lower is better. However, very low blood pressure can sometimes be a cause for concern and should be checked out by a doctor.

Doctors classify blood pressures under 140/90 mmHg as either normal or prehypertension.

Normal blood pressure is lower than 120/80 mmHg.
Prehypertension is blood pressure between 120 and 139 for the top number, or between 80 and 89 for the bottom number. For example, blood pressure readings of 138/82, 128/89, or 130/86 are all in the prehypertension range. If your blood pressure is in the prehypertension range, it is more likely that you will end up with high blood pressure unless you take action to prevent it.

What Is High Blood Pressure?

A blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg or higher is considered high blood pressure. Both numbers are important. If one or both numbers are usually high, you have high blood pressure.

If you are being treated for high blood pressure and have repeated readings in the normal range, you still have high blood pressure.

There are two levels of high blood pressure: stage 1 and stage 2 (see the chart below).

Categories for Blood Pressure Levels in Adults (in mmHg, millimeters of
mercury)^a

Category	Systolic (top number)	Diastolic (bottom number)
Normal	Less than 120	Less than 80
Prehypertension	120–139	80–89
High blood pressure
Stage 1	140–159	90–99
Stage 2	160 or higher	100 or higher

^a	For adults 18 and older who are not on medicine for high blood pressure; are not having a short-term serious illness; and do not have other conditions, such as diabetes and kidney disease.
Note: When systolic and diastolic blood pressures fall into different categories, the higher category should be used to classify blood pressure level. For example, 160/80 mmHg would be stage 2 high blood pressure.

There is an exception to the above definition of high blood pressure. A blood pressure of 130/80 mmHg or higher is considered high blood pressure in people with diabetes and chronic kidney disease.