How to holistically heal...high blood pressure - Part Three

When you have high blood pressure, consider this…

1. HEALING: When you have high blood pressure, consider this…

2. REVERENCE: A healthy weight (reverence is the deep respect & attention to the things that truly impact healing)

3. EXPLORING: Stress & high blood pressure (exploring is the journey into the deeper work, meeting the parts, wounds, and survival strategies that keep us small, stuck, and suffering with persistent symptoms & feelings)

In this edition: part three

• The potential benefits of herbal medicines and supplements in complementing conventional treatment approaches for high blood pressure.

• Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for overall health and is often linked to the prevention of high blood pressure.

• While obesity is commonly associated with an increased risk of hypertension, not all overweight individuals will develop this condition.

• Conversely, individuals with a healthy weight may still experience elevated blood pressure levels, highlighting the complexity of blood pressure regulation.

• Chronic or frequent activation of the fight-or-flight response, stemming from ongoing stressors or anxiety, can lead to adverse health effects.

• Prolonged activation of the fight-or-flight response may contribute to the development or worsening of high blood pressure.

1. HEALING: When you have high blood pressure, consider this…

In part one, we delved into the fundamentals of high blood pressure, covering its definition, the intricacies of blood pressure readings (systolic and diastolic), common symptoms, underlying causes, diagnostic methods, prescribed medications, and the importance of adopting a holistic approach to managing this condition. In part two, we continued our exploration by shifting our focus to practical strategies for managing high blood pressure. Specifically, we examined the significance of dietary choices, including foods to incorporate and avoid, and gained a deeper understanding of the relationship between salt and high blood pressure, including the best kind of salt to eat. In this week’s edition, part three, we will delve into the potential benefits of herbal medicines and supplements in complementing conventional treatment approaches for high blood pressure. Additionally, we will examine the impact of weight and stress on high blood pressure, offering insights into how these factors intertwine with hypertension management.

Herbal Medicines and Supplements for Managing High Blood Pressure

Please note that there exists a wide array of herbal remedies and supplements recommended by naturopaths, herbalists, and nutritionists. The list provided below is not exhaustive and serves as a selection of commonly used options for managing hypertension.