I'm suffering from high blood pressure from some days. Please suggest me some tips to control. Last measured value was 130/90.
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130/90 is considered to be normal. You can control your blood pressure by following these: 1) keep a check on your weight-Blood pressure often increases as weight increases. Eating a diet that is rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products and skimps on saturated fat and cholesterol can lower your blood pressure 2) exercise-Regular physical activity at least 30 minutes most days of the week can lower your blood pressure, The best types of exercise for lowering blood pressure include walking, jogging, cycling, swimming or dancing. Strength training also can help reduce blood pressure. 3)reduce salt in your diet as this potentially helps to maintain your blood pressure 4) avoid drinking alcohol and smoking 5) cut back on caffene, reduce stress.
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Hi lybrate-user, High blood pressure, is a serious health condition that can lead to heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure if not taken proper care. Here are some effective natural home remedies for High Blood Pressure- 1. Watermelon Seeds - Watermelon seeds reduces blood pressure levels and also helps a lot with arthritis. A. Grind equal quantities of dried watermelon seeds and poppy seeds. Take one teaspoon of this mixture in the morning on an empty stomach and again in the evening. B. Else, add two teaspoons of gently crushed, dried watermelon seeds to one cup of boiled water. Steep it for about an hour, then strain it. Take four tablespoons of this water at regular intervals throughout the day. 2. Fenugreek Seeds - Fenugreek seeds are an effective ingredient for lowering high blood pressure due to their high potassium and dietary fiber content. A. Boil one to two teaspoons of fenugreek seeds in water for about two minutes, and then strain it. B. Put the seeds in a blender and mix it into a paste. C. Eat this paste twice a day, once in the morning on an empty stomach and once in the evening. Follow this remedy for two to three months to notice a significant improvement in your blood pressure level. 3. Garlic - Both raw and cooked garlic help control high blood pressure and at the same time reduce cholesterol levels. A. Eat one or two crushed garlic cloves daily. B. You can also mix five or six drops of garlic juice in four teaspoons of water and take it twice a day. 4. Banana - Bananas, highly rich in potassium are one fruit that people with high blood pressure can eat regularly to control it. Having one or two bananas daily is recommended. 5. Onion Juice - Onions have also been found to lower your blood pressure due to the presence of an antioxidant flavonol called quercetin. A. Try to eat one medium-sized, raw onion daily. B. You can also mix one-half teaspoon each of onion juice and honey and take it twice a day for one to two weeks. 6. Honey - Honey can reduce pressure from the heart and also has a calming effect on blood vessels, hence it can be helpful in reducing high blood pressure. A. Eat two teaspoons of honey on an empty stomach each morning. B. You can also mix one teaspoon each of honey and ginger juice with two teaspoons of cumin seed powder. Eat it twice a day. Hope this helps. Good Luck.
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