HYPOTENSION

HYPOTENSION

Blood pressure is a measure of the force that your heart uses to pump blood around your body.

Blood pressure is taken using two measurements: systolic (measured when the heart beats, when blood pressure is at its highest) and 

diastolic (measured between heart beats, when blood pressure is at its lowest). Blood pressure is written with the systolic blood pressure first, followed by the diastolic blood pressure (for example 120/80). which is normal range of blood pressure.

A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high. It is considered to be high blood pressure which is above 140/90 and severe if the pressure is above 180/120

Hypotension is the medical term for low blood pressure (less than 90/60),  then it can cause a decreased supply of blood to organs such as the brain, kidney, and heart.

SYMPTOMS

Dizziness or lightheadedness

Fainting

Blurred or fading vision

Nausea

Fatigue

Lack of concentration

Difficulty in breathing

Shock (Extreme hypotension can result in this life-threatening condition)

Signs and symptoms include:

Confusion, especially in older people

Cold, clammy, pale skin

Rapid, shallow breathing

Weak and rapid pulse

Conditions that can cause low blood pressure

Emotional, fear

Blood loss or fluid loss

Dehydration

Heat exhaustion or heat stroke

Liver disease

Low Hemoglobin / anemia

Certain Health problems: thyroid (hypothyroidism), low blood sugar, diabetes due to nerve damage that disrupts the blood pressure,

Heart problems. low heart rate (bradycardia), heart valve problems, heart attack and heart failure.

Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Common triggers of this severe and potentially life-threatening reaction include foods, certain medications, insect venoms and latex. Anaphylaxis can cause breathing problems, hives, itching, a swollen throat and a dangerous drop in blood pressure.

Lack of nutrients in your diet. A lack of the vitamin B-12, folate and iron can keep your body from producing enough red blood cells (anemia), causing low blood pressure.

Pregnancy. Because the circulatory system expands rapidly during pregnancy, blood pressure is likely to drop. This is normal, and blood pressure usually returns to your pre-pregnancy level after you've given birth.

Medications: for high blood pressure, heart problems, depression. as alpha-blockers, beta-blockers, diuretics, 

HOME MANAGEMENT:

Grate cucumber, carrot, raddish, add some smash coriander and pudina leaves, add some water and lemon juice. Take this 2 times daily for 1 week every month.

Ginseng:

Raisin & Almond: soak some overnight in little water have it in the morning, make your own manna drink, eaten as whole and drink the water.

Drink carrot and beetroot juice – Starting your day with a glass of fresh carrot juice with honey can help maintain blood pressure since they help regulate the heart and kidney functions.

Tulsi Leaves:  Chew five to six tulsi leaves every morning, Tulsi leaves have high levels of potassium, magnesium and vitamin c which can help in regulating your blood pressure.

Drink Plenty of Fluids. When you're dehydrated, your blood volume is reduced, which causes your blood pressure to decrease

Boost Your B12 Intake:

Reduce Meal Size and small meals with small interval

Moderate Exercise: not only good for the body in general, but a good way to increase low blood pressure to normal levels

VEGETABLE: spinach, broccoli, Peas, Zucchini, Cucumbers, Pumpkins, Mushrooms

Potatoes, Sweet potato, Leafy greens, tomato, beet, drum stick leaves, green leafy, ginger

FRUITS: Orange, grape fruit, banana, avocado,

LEGUMES: Lima beans, Pinto beans, Kidney beans, Soybeans, Lentils

Complex carbs: Choosing a diet that is low in carbohydrates can help increase your blood pressure. If you’re adding carbs to your diet, it’s best to choose complex carbohydrates such as oatmeal, whole wheat bread, and barley instead of pasta and white bread.

Brown rice, bran wheat, rock salt / pink salt (black salt for high Bp), nuts, oats

SEEDS: pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flax seeds, sesame seeds

Celery seeds, Flax seeds, Basil, Cardamon, Cinnamon, decreasing stress hormones and normalize blood circulation. To control the hypotension

Wear compression stockings – The role of compression stockings is to decrease the amount of blood to be constricted to your lower legs and help it to be distributed throughout the body.

Take ample rest and avoid stress as it is one of the most overlooked but effective ways to stabilise blood pressure.

Taking warm shower is a remedy for milder cases of low blood pressure. The water needs to be luke warm, neither too hot nor too cold. For a more pronounced effect, you can try switching between hot and cold water in the shower to raise blood pressure.

AVOID

Don’t get up or move around quickly – Any sudden or rapid movements can cause problems for someone with low blood pressure. For example, sitting up or standing up quickly can make you feel lightheaded, dizzy, or can even cause you to faint.

Foods rich in carbohydrates such as refined flour (maida), white rice, cakes, candies, and sugary foods get digested quickly which can lead to low blood pressure. Hence, avoid eating these foods

Dark chocolates are known to lower blood pressure and hence should be avoided.

• Avoid oily, very salty, and heavy foods

 Epsom salt glow.

 Use Rock salt or pink salt only for cooking (Moderate salt intake)

 Cold mitten friction