Low blood pressure or Hypotension can be defined as fall in blood pressure below normal especially, in the arteries of the systemic circulation. Generally, hypotension is considered as systolic blood pressure less than 90 mm Hg and diastolic less than 60 mm Hg. The main causes of low blood pressure are dehydration, malnutrition, anemia, pregnancy, emotional instability and stressful lifestyle. The major symptoms of hypotension are lethargy, weakness, fatigue and dizziness. These may presumably be a result of decreased perfusion of blood to the heart, brain and other vital organs, and hence, reduced supply of oxygen and nutrients to the organs. In its severe form, hypotension can cause neurological and endocrine disorders and also lead to a life threatening condition called Shock. Hypotension is treatable but it's important to find out what's causing the condition so that it can be properly treated and cured.
Traditional Remedies for Low Blood Pressure
Since time immemorial, various traditional remedies have been in practice in curing common health ailments such as low blood pressure. Find out more about such natural and effective folk remedies in treating hypotension without any side effects on the body system.
- Boil about 25 g of aloe (Aloe vera) pulp in a glass of milk till it thickens. Add sugar to taste and take 2 tsp of the mixture twice daily. Consuming aloe gel with a pinch of turmeric (Curcuma longa) is also effective in controlling hypotension.
- Soak 5-6 almonds (Prunus amygdalus) overnight. Grind them to a smooth paste and boil in a glass of milk. Drink warm.
- Those suffering from hypotension should consume about 4 to 5 almonds, 15-20 groundnuts (Arachis hypogaea) and 10-15 black currant (Ribes nigrum) with a glass of milk for breakfast.
- Drinking a glass of sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) juice with ½ tsp lemon (Citrus limon) juice and salt is quite useful in treating low blood pressure.
- Extract Basil (Ocimum sanctum) leaves juice and have it with a tsp of honey early in the morning. This is another natural treatment for low blood pressure.
- Having a cup of beetroot (Beta vulgaris) juice twice daily is said to be one of the best remedies for treating hypotension.
- Boil dates (Phoenix dactylifera) in milk and add honey or sugar to taste. Take it warm twice daily.
- Pound about a tsp each of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) and boil in half cup each of water and milk to prepare a decoction. Take this decoction with honey twice daily.
- Having about 1 g of cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) with warm water acts as an energy booster for those with low blood pressure.
- Drinking a glass of buttermilk after meals with added salt and mint (Mentha arvensis) leaves is effective in treating hypotension.
- Soaking raisins (Vicis vinifera) overnight and consuming them on an empty stomach the next morning is useful against low blood pressure.
- Having a glass of fresh wheatgrass (Triticum aestivum) juice daily is wonderful in boosting up energy levels of patients suffering from the ailment.
- Having 2-3 of guggul (Commiphora mukul) with warm milk twice daily can be helpful in boosting blood pressure levels.
- Having a glass of fresh bael (Aegle marmelos) fruit juice with added sugar is beneficial for those suffering from the ailment.
- Consuming a handful of roasted or sprouted groundnuts is nourishing and acts as energy booster.
Eat Healthy, Stay Fit
Modifications in the diet and lifestyle can be really helpful in case of low blood pressure. The patient should adopt a diet rich in B vitamins (especially B12), vitamin C, proteins, calcium and iron. Including green leafy vegetables and juicy fresh fruits, milk and eggs in the diet is beneficial in enhancing one's immune system. The person suffering from hypotension must increase the intake of fluids that increase the volume and supply of blood to all parts of the body. Drink lots of water so that the body remains hydrated. Consuming fruits such as grapes, oranges, banana, watermelon and papaya are good for health as these maintain the energy levels of the body. Regular use of honey, turmeric, garlic and asafetida in the diet works as a natural cure for low blood pressure. Patient should reduce the intake of tea, coffee, artificial sweeteners, fried foods and refined sugar in order to control low blood pressure. One must also cut down on smoking and alcohol consumption.
Yogic exercises such as pranayama (breath control), shavaasana (the corpse pose) and sarvangasana (shoulder stand pose) should be practiced for managing low blood pressure. Moderate exercises such as walking, swimming and cycling could be adopted as an essential part of your daily regime. All living habits which tend to enervate the system such as stress, anxiety and overwork must be eliminated as far as possible.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical prevention, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with your physician, pharmacist, or health care provider for advice on what is safe and effective for your unique needs or diagnose your particular medical history before administrating any of the mentioned natural remedies.
Garima Sancheti - Dr Garima Sancheti is a PhD in Radiation and Cancer Biology from Rajasthan University, India. She has written various research articles in ...
