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Question #40498
111 days ago
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Natural Ways to Reduce High Blood Pressure - #40498

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How to reduce blood pressure which is around 235/145? What diet should we follow? We haven't started any medication. Can you please suggest natural ways to reduce blood pressure?

How long have you been experiencing high blood pressure?:

- More than 6 months

Do you have any other health conditions?:

- Diabetes

What is your current diet like?:

- Balanced with fruits and vegetables
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235/145 is too high Do not wait Once consult gen physician asap

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Hello Thank you for sharing your concern. I truly understand how worrying it must feel to see such high blood pressure readings. A BP of 235/145 mmHg is severely elevated and requires immediate medical attention — please do not delay consulting a nearby physician or emergency care to stabilize it safely.

Once your BP is under control through modern treatment, Ayurveda can beautifully help you balance, strengthen your heart, and gradually normalize your pressure naturally.

⚠️ Immediate Advice

Before following any herbal or diet plan, please seek urgent medical help today itself, as sustained BP at this level can risk complications like stroke, vision changes, or heart strain. After stabilization, you can begin Ayurvedic management safely under supervision.

✅ AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN (After Stabilization)

1 Sarpagandha Vati 1 tablet twice daily after meals (Lowers BP naturally by calming the nervous system)

2 Mukta Vati 2 tablets twice daily after meals (Reduces stress-related hypertension, balances Vata-Pitta)

3 Brahmi Vati 1 tablet twice daily after meals (Calms mind, improves sleep, reduces nervous tension)

4 Punarnavadi Kashayam 15 ml with equal water twice daily before meals (Removes excess fluid, supports kidney & heart function)

✅ DIET MODIFICATION

✅ Foods to Include: Warm, light, freshly cooked meals. Steamed vegetables like bottle gourd (lauki), ridge gourd, pumpkin, spinach. Fruits: pomegranate, apple, guava, papaya. Garlic and raw onion (natural vasodilators). Cow’s milk, ghee in small quantity (½ tsp daily). 1 tsp flaxseed or chia seeds daily for omega-3. Coconut water once daily. Herbal teas with tulsi, cardamom, and arjuna bark.

❌ Avoid Salt-rich foods (papad, pickles, chips, processed foods). Caffeine (coffee, tea), alcohol, and smoking. Spicy, sour, and fried foods. Daytime sleep and late-night work.

✅ LIFESTYLE & YOGA

Morning routine: 1 glass of warm water with 5 tulsi leaves and ½ tsp honey. Exercise: Gentle 30-minute walk or Anulom Vilom, Bhramari Pranayama, Shavasana daily.

Avoid strenuous workouts or emotional stress. Maintain a calm, peaceful environment; listen to soft music and spend time in nature. 7–8 hours of sound sleep is essential.

✅ HOME REMEDIES

1. Garlic water: Crush 1 clove garlic + 5 tulsi leaves + 1 tsp honey in warm water, drink every morning.

2. Amla juice: 20 ml fresh amla juice in the morning — strengthens arteries.

3. Coconut water twice daily — helps relax blood vessels naturally.

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE

Since your BP is critically high (235/145), please start medical management immediately. Once it’s reduced and stable (below 160/100), you can safely integrate Ayurvedic medicines and diet modifications.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm regards, Dr. Snehal Vidhate

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HELLO, FIRST OF ALL, VISIT A NEARBY PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY AS YOUR CURRENT BP IS TOO HIGH,THIS NEEDS TO BE MANAGED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Then start the following treatment plan- TREATMENT- 1.Mukta vati -2-0-2 before meals 2.Gokshuradi vati-1-0-1 after meals 3.Sarpgangha vati 500mg - 1tablet at bedtime.

DIET- .Include seasonal fruits and vegetables. .Reduce salt intake,intake of oily, salty, sour, spicy food items more use of butter, oily food, fried food, chillies, pickles, curd, tea, coffee. alcohol, smoking, tobacco etc.

YOGA- VAJRASANA,YOG NIDRA,SHAVASANA.

GUIDANCE- .MONITOR B.P. WEEKLY. .TAKE 7 HRS OF SOUND SLEEP. .Stress management through walking,journalling,music etc.

FOLLOW THESE AND YOU WILL GET RELIEF. REVIEW AFTER 15 DAYS. Regards, DR.ANUPRIYA

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First off, if blood pressure is around 235/145, it’s urgently crucial that immediate medical attention is sought. Such levels can be potentially dangerous, risking serious complications like a heart attack or stroke. Ayurveda can certainly complement treatment, but it must be incorporated alongside conventional medical approaches in such cases.

Once addressed with medical supervision, naturopathy and Ayurveda can provide supportive strategies. Start by balancing vata and pitta doshas, often associated with hypertension. A sattvic diet can be beneficial — prioritize foods that are fresh, and easy to digest. Cooked vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and beets, which pacify vata and pitta, are recommended. Include whole grains such as basmati rice and quinoa for sustained energy and steadiness.

Favor freshly squeezed juices and herbal teas over caffeinated or carbonated beverages. Ashwagandha and Arjuna tree bark are traditionally acknowledged for supporting cardiovascular health. Including these herbs in tea form or as a capsule, with the guidance of an Ayurvedic practitioner, could be beneficial.

Lifestyle adjustments are equally essential. Daily practices of yoga and pranayama, emphasizing gentle stretching, and deep, deliberate breathing, can help calm the mind and foster vasodilation, aiding circulation. Agnisar kriya and Nadi Shodhana pranayama are particularly effective in balancing energies within the body.

Manage stress through meditation or mindfulness exercises; even a few moments of quiet introspection can lower stress-induced blood pressure spikes. Ensure a regular sleep schedule; sleep disturbances aggravate dosha imbalances, propelling blood pressure instability.

Finally, observe salt intake - reduce refined salt; instead, opt for Himalayan pink salt or rock salt sparingly. Hydration is key, simple water suffices and also aids in maintaining balanced bodily functions, flushing out excess sodium more efficiently.

These approaches, practiced consistently, can align bodily functions harmoniously, fostering an environment conducive to balanced blood pressure within the naturally supportive frameworks of Ayurveda. However, parallel with medical guidance remains essential for managing high hypertension safely.

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A blood pressure reading of 235/145 is extremely high and potentially dangerous. Please see a medical doctor right away because you might be at risk for serious complications, like stroke or heart attack. Now, if you’re looking for natural ways to manage blood pressure in addition to standard medical care, Ayurveda can certainly help support your health in the longer term once immediate dangers are managed.

In Ayurvedic terms, high blood pressure is often linked with an imbalance in the Pitta and Vata doshas. A diet that’s cooling, calming, and supportive of the heart can help hear. Start by incorporating more naturally cooling foods, like cucumbers, cilantro, and leafy greens. Avoid Pitta increasing foods such as overly spicy, salty, and fried foods.

Balancing these doshas involves regular meals, rich in whole grains like barley and basmati rice, along with vegetables like gourds and pumpkin. Include fruits such as apples and pears that can be soothing. These can positively support your digestive fire or agni, crucial for maintaining balance in the body. Limiting caffeine and alcohol is also advised, as these can further aggravate Vata and Pitta.

Black cumin seeds (Kalonji) can be used in preparing food, as they are known to support cardiovascular health. Practicing daily stress reduction through breathing techniques (pranayama) and meditation can help to soothe aggravated doshas.

Physical activity is important, but start gently and only as much as your medical provider advises. Prioritize calming exercises, like short walks or yoga, rather than high-intensity activities. Daily routines that align with natural cycles help maintain harmony – go to bed early, rise early, and eat at consistent times.

Please don’t delay in seeking professional medical treatment, this informations is complementary and should not replace necessary acute care. It’s about using Ayurveda as a partner in a broader approach to health. Seeking professional guidance from an experienced practitioner will be important as you navigate combining these approaches safely.

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