High Blood Pressure Alternative Treatments

Alternative Blood Pressure Treatments

There are many natural and herbal remedies for high blood pressure. Keep in mind that they are not always backed up by scientific peer-reviewed studies. Consult your doctor before you consider alternative medicines as your sole or primary remedy.

Herbal Teas - Herbal teas are a soothing and tasty way to treat high blood pressure. A study published in the Journal of Human Hypertension showed that hibiscus tea lowers blood pressure.

Garlic - It has all kinds of health benefits, one of which is controlling blood pressure levels. The best part is that garlic is easy to incorporate into your diet.

Olive Leaf - Researchers from Germany and Switzerland conducted a study on an olive leaf extract. They found that 1,000 mg of the EFLA®943 extract had substantial effects on people with borderline hypertension.

Coleus forskohlii - Coleus, a member of the mint family, lowers blood pressure and improves heart function.

Hawthorne - The fruit and flowers of the hawthorne are used medicinally. They dilate coronary blood vessels, which helps lower blood pressure.

Mistletoe - It’s best known for the affection it creates during the holidays, but mistletoe is a popular herbal remedy, particularly for hypertension.

Rauwolfia - You only need a small dose of rauwolfia to treat high blood pressure.

Reishi mushroom - 150 to 300 mg of the mushroom, two or three times a day, can help lower blood pressure. You can also take a tincture of the mushroom extract, 30 - 60 drops, two to three times a day. Talk to your doctor before you take reishi, since it interacts negatively with other medications. It may also increase the risk of bleeding.