how to cure high bp - #43227
I am really at my wits end here... I've been dealing with high BP for a while now. Like, I was always active, loved my evening runs, but then my doc said during a routine checkup that my blood pressure was through the roof. It kinda freaked me out honestly! I started checking it myself and noticed it was like, always above 140/90, which I know is not good. Sometimes it spikes even higher when I get stressed, which is not ideal with work being what it is?! I read up a bit on natural ways to manage it – like diet changes and yoga – but I can't seem to find the right info on how to cure high BP with Ayurveda. I mean, I really don’t want to rely on meds for the rest of my life. I also tried meditation, but frankly, my mind races the whole time. I did cut down on salt but honestly, I'm just not seeing the results I hoped for. Has anyone here had actual success in how to cure high BP? Like, are there specific herbs or dietary practices you found work? Also, any thoughts on if there's a way to make meditation more effective—does that even help in the long run? Any tips would be great, really desperate to get this under control naturally! Thanks a lot!
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Managing high blood pressure through Ayurveda focuses on balancing your doshas, primarily Vata and Pitta, which when aggravated can lead to hypertension. As a start, begin with diet shifts that favor reducing Pitta and calming Vata. Emphasize cool, refreshing foods like cucumbers, lettuce, and zucchini, and reduce spicy and salty dishes. Ghee in moderation could be beneficial as its cold and oily nature helps to calm Pitta. Instead, try increasing intake of naturally sweet, bitter, and astringent flavors through fruits like pomegranates, and grains like barley and oats.
Rasayanas such as Ashwagandha and Brahmi are soothing adaptogens which can lower stress and support mental clarity, assisting in managing blood pressure. They can be taken as powders, mixing with warm milk or water, every morning. These herbs work over time, so consistency is key.
To settle the anxious mind during meditation try deeper, slow breathing exercises for 10-15 minutes daily, such as ‘Nadi Shodhana’ (alternate nostril breathing) which helps balance prana, reduce stress, and refreshes the mind. Establish a regular routine for sleep, meals, and relaxation, creating predictability to ground aggravated Vata.
Jalneeti (nasal cleansing with saline) and weekly self-abhyanga (oil massage) using sesame oil can ease both stress and blood pressure, improving circulation and pacifying the nervous system. Try practicing Savasana at the end of each yoga session to fully relax your body.
Avoid skipping meals, late nights, excess work loads and excessive stimulation like long screen times. Always make sure herbal treatments are under supervision of a practitioner to ensure they’re appropriate for you. If levels ever shoot up dramatically, promptly consult with your healthcare provider as sometimes immediate conventional intervention is necessary.

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