High blood pressure or hypertension is a serious condition and can severely damage your arteries, making them less elastic which could affect blood and oxygen flow to your heart making you more susceptible to heart ailments and heart attack. If your blood sugars are not controlled, it is difficult to know how it harms your body in the case of blood pressure. Headache, shortness of breath, nosebleeds, and anxiety are among the high blood pressure symptoms.
Besides medication, it is advisable to make certain lifestyle changes to naturally regulate blood pressure. Doing regular exercises and yoga can help improve blood circulation and heart rate. In her latest Instagram post, Dr. Dixa Bhavsar suggested some effective foods to regulate blood pressure.
Black pepper
Black pepper is a strong and pungent spice. It is hot in potency, light to digest, and balances Vata and Kappa. It is best for people who have high cholesterol, diabetes and hypertension or blood pressure.
Amla
This is the season for the Indian gooseberry or amla. The citrus fruit contains all tastes as per Ayurveda except lavana (salty), making it the best fruit for people with high blood pressure.
Garlic
Garlic is a wonderful natural remedy for hypertension as it possesses anti-hypertensive properties due to its piercing, pungent and vata-kapha-reducing qualities, which help clear the body channels (best for blockages).
Black raisins
Black raisins are made from dried black grapes. They can be added to various desserts and are an excellent source of fibre and vital nutrients. They contain potassium which helps reduce blood pressure.
Arjun Tea
Arjun is the best cardio-protective Ayurvedic herb. It also helps maintain healthy cholesterol and blood pressure.