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Olive Leaf, Mangosteen, Hawthorn
Posted by Jizana (New Orleans, LA) on 01/22/2015
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Olive Leaf Powder, Mangosteen Powder and Hawthorn Berry Powder. Mix equal amounts of powder in a baggie and shake for equal distribution. Place/Fill in 0 empty gelatin capsules. Take every am or pm. I am totally off of bp meds (norvasc etc). One of my readings even read 115/86. I am on my 3rd week of monitoring my b/p 4 times a day. I can make at least a 6 month suppy for about 10 bucks. My hair is not falling out anymore and I am losing weight. One more thing before I forget. Every morning or night I take 1 tbsp of honey and coconut oil/place in water and drink up. I am just super blessed and amazed after looking for a cure/remedy for so long.
IT WORKS!!!!!!
Chaga Mushroom
Posted by Bonnie (Ravenna, Ohio) on 12/23/2015
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I agree with you about Chaga tea. I ordered some a few weeks ago for my blood pressure and for my Golden Retriever who has a large tumor. I read all kinds of reviews before I ordered it. Even the first day-it worked, I slept all night without breathing problems with my asthma--no coughing-and my blood pressure is in the normal range--you are lucky you have it on your property. It can be expensive-but worth it. Plan to order more to give to members of my family also. Love the taste.
High Blood Pressure Diet
Posted by Kat (Florida) on 11/07/2014
Bonbon Please let me know if you have any more questions regarding this reply I sent you. And please let me know your progress after a few weeks. I swear by olive leaf extract.Google it. :-)
Olive leaf extract works great for reducing blood pressure. Take it as instructed and after about three weeks you will see a big difference.Two people on medication are now medication free. Also, hawthorn berry helps stabilize it once its dropped. You can also take garlic, which is excellent for blood pressure.T ake the olive leaf and hawthorn berry in liquid extract form. Your body ingests more through liquids than through pills. I take all of my vitamins in liquid extract form. Also, niacin is great for breaking up plaque in the arteries. You will get itchy and turn red for about twenty minutes or so after taking niacin, but that just means its opening up the capillaries and your blood is circulationg. That feeling will go away. It doesnt last too long. I hope this helps.
Vitamin B Complex
Posted by Maria (Wagga Wagga, Australia) on 09/14/2014
Adele Davis, the well know American nutritionist, says that trials have been done using cholin which have been proved to help lower BP. This is an ingredient in a Vit B complex supplement. I had been neglecting to take my vitamin supplements and decided to get back into the habit. Each evening I take an executive B complex, a calcium/magnesium tablet, a fish oil capsule, multi vitamin and a 500 mg Vitamin E capsule (vit E tends to increase BP if you don't start taking it in small doses). When I returned to the doctor after a few months, my BP had come down significantly.
Arginine, NAC
Posted by Marie (Batavia Ny) on 03/29/2016
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I have religiously tried Arginine for 4 months every single day having 6 grams divided up. It has not helped me at all. I am old like 67 and my bl pr is over 150/90. Taking Lisinipril. Just started the acv. Waiting to see if it works.
Arginine, NAC
Posted by Vida (Longmon, CO) on 06/10/2022
Hi Art,
I was wondering if you have posted anything about your new high blood pressure remedy. I know you switched form the Nac and L-arginine combo. I would like to know what you are doing now. Please get back to me. Thank you.
Arginine, NAC
Posted by Lori (Queens ) on 04/15/2022
I'm so excited… I have many family and friends who suffer with this condition so I'm so thankful that you're doing this trial and I'm looking forward for the post on this remedy. Thanks again and have a blessed weekend.
Arginine, NAC
Posted by Art (California) on 04/16/2022 2933 posts
Lori,
I was just notified by Earth Clinic that that post and link to the supplement will be going up this coming week.
Art
Prunes
Posted by Ed2010 (Canada) on 08/21/2014
For high blood pressure.
Soak 3 dried prunes overnight in a glass of water and drink this water early in the morning. Do it for 5 days, give gap for 2 days, again continue for 5 days. If you feel better stop it till you feel you have high bp. Again start.
Trust your body, don't trust the readings. Good Health
Heart Medication Side Effects
Posted by Timh (KY) on 08/03/2014 2041 posts
* ... just remembered that I forgot to add either Himalayan Pink Salt or Iodized Sea Salt to your grocery list. These are natural or non-processed salts that contain much needed minerals for the body.
Drop of Olive Oil in the Navel
Posted by Nancy (Michigan) on 05/02/2026
She said a drop of olive oil in the navel. I would rub it in with my finger.
Alternative Treatment for HBP
Posted by Darlingrosepink (Saskatchewan) on 01/16/2026
It's called ‘white coat syndrome'!
Alternative Treatment for HBP
Posted by Art (California, US) on 08/23/2014 2933 posts
Alternative Treatment for HBP
Posted by Rj (Ozark Country, US) on 08/25/2014
Hello Art!
I would suppose no further studies because of what you have found out from your own experience....the combination of the two work and the drug companies do not want that as they cannot patent either of the supps. The other reason could be the study came out of Italy. You will not see the US following up on that...just like all the bad publicity of statins here of late. They cause our bodies far worse problems than taking them. In fact, I have recently read that a good cholesterol level in a woman entering menopause is 280.
Natural remedies are not what big pharma companies are seeking. And I do believe I will try the combination. I am trying to stop the bp medicine so I do not have to go back to the doctor. Finding a good doctor with an open mind to natural remedies is not available in the rural areas. Further my current doctor wanted me to have blood work done and told me he hoped all the results would come back bad so it would motivate me to lose weight. I was dumbfounded and hurt and prayed to the Lord as I was coming out of his office that I would find a cure to all my ailments. I didn't do the blood work lol. Why? I know what I am battling. I do not need blood work to tell me things are off kilter. I have begun the iodine protocol Bill recommended as I had that on hand and will order the niacin and arginine also...I already take lysine...and maybe along with the bp going down so will the weight. But again, thank you for your link. Hopefully, it will help someone else also. God Bless! RJ
Alternative Treatment for HBP
Posted by Bee (New York, US) on 09/07/2014
Mr .Rhee
If you are speaking to me then yes I am doing the weaning of medication very slowly.. Started last Feb. and decided to go at a very slow pace because I have read horror stories about beta blockers but not atenolol.. You scared me a bit too. Anyway; I at first started with advice from a doctor and had aweful side effects so I found other info. in other places and decided to do it another way and much much slower...and forget what the doctor said....When I felt level at a lower dose for a few months I extended the time I took it instead of cutting the pills.. I found that online. that seems to work the best.. and yes it comes to about a l/4 off each time.. So I hope this is slow enough because I am on 50mgs.now from 100 to 75 since last Feb. but I feel this is good and progress for me.. I felt like what was the rush but when a doctor wont help or tell you oh; you can get off this in two months I said no can do....I am doing it slow and at my own pace. they just don't listen or care..and look at me like I have three heads..so if I do need more medication for weaning I will just get more and do it more slowly if I have to....
Anyway; I feel yes at doing it at the l/4 seems right.. to get this stuff out of the system and feel balanced... last night I felt I might be ready for 37 miligrams as I have been on 50 for almost a month and half and just felt it was okay... but I will def. see how I feel the next few days..if I have to stay on 50 mgs. longer then I will... and then back down to 37 mgs.. for as long as I need and so on and so on.
Alternative Treatment for HBP
Posted by Preston (MA) on 04/18/2021
It's called, "White Fright.".
Alternative Treatment for HBP
Posted by Anjum (CA) on 05/20/2024
It seems like I was reading my own story. My doctor is also forcing me to take some kind of calcium blockers and giving me extra calcium to take. That calcium can go straight to my bone and stay there. Scary! I don't take chemicals either. I am trying hisbiscus tea+ cayenne and Apple cider vinegar. It take time. There is no magic pill, not even the pill that doctors give will cure BP. If he can tell me reason why my BP is high then I will take the medication. All my blood results are good. I am so scared of my Doctor that after seeing him I was sick for more than a week. I worry too much and don't sleep at night and the BP goes higher. Now I changed my doctor. I will keep changing doctors or leave this private hospital in California if they keep on pushing me. I told them, I have lived my life successfully and I am content with it. At least I don't want to live a very long life any way. They shouldn't worry about me. I was all right without insurance for 7 years and then when I had insurance I hardly saw my doctor and I felt good and no worries. Now I am 65 and got medicare so every thing changed and I tries this hospital because they do every tests in their facility and results come fast.
Medication Weaning
Posted by Prioris (Fl) on 01/22/2014
When a supplement is recommended, it doesn't mean that one takes it every day for the rest of your life. You have to find that maintenance dose which may mean you skip one or more days. There may be the initial phase where you are cleaning up your system that you may want to take it every day. Some people may require it every single day. It depends upon the state of your health, age and other factors.
You have to experiment on dosage so you can go half or whatever you want. Your body and it's requirements may vary from day to day, week to week, month to month. You ultimately have to find that on your own. Instead of breaking it in half, maybe just skip a day. Also I'd give the K2 a couple months of cleaning and see if that brings down your blood pressure. I wouldn't get too obsessive about measuring your blood pressure every day since some things take time to work. Maybe measure it over a week every couple month.
Olive Leaf
Posted by Bee (New York) on 01/16/2014
Oh; yes of course my bp was high at doctors office but I also check it at home and it was a bit high and although I have gotten it down with weight loss and diet and using ACV and Taurine and Olive Leaf and Magnesium .. Now since I gained some weight back its back up a bit.. but I can control it with these remedies and diet and exercise but I have to take my bp everyday .. I also do acupressure and that brings it down..
Olive Leaf
Posted by Prioris (Fl) on 01/17/2014
Also K2 comes in two forms - MK7 which comes from natto and MK4 which is synthetic and comes from animal tissue. MK7 is the preferred form. Take it with meals and in first meal of day. A few people say they have experienced insomnia from MK7. Maybe it builds up in the body but just something to be aware of.
Olive Leaf
Posted by Tori (Mira Loma, California, U.S.A.) on 01/17/2014
My husband was about to go on 3 high blood pressure pills for his high blood pressure when he discovered Himalayan salt! Himalayan salt is a great mineral and it's actually is good for us. My husband said he uses all he wants on his food and his blood pressure is perfect.
123/72 was his last blood pressure reading and he got off all blood pressure medication! My blood pressure is good as well 117/72 only I still use one blood pressure pill. I am going to ask my doctor if I can get off the pill. We buy it on Ebay or you can buy it at a health food store. The man at the health food store told us that regular store salt (white) is like poison! But I don't know if that is true or not?
Olive Leaf
Posted by Jenny (Il) on 01/19/2014
Also, I read when you age you loose silica in your body and that can harden arteries around the heart. I hace been taking diatomaceous earth, this stuff has been helping with my anxiety and high blood pressure. Do some research. I like it.
Olive Leaf
Posted by Mt (Ottawa, Ontario) on 01/29/2014
Please read about mistletoe tea -it will fix blood pressure issues and will bring hormonal balance.
Deep Breathing
Posted by Shadel (Nebraska) on 11/15/2013
★★★☆☆WORKED TEMPORARILY
Wondering if anyone has the same problem as I do. My blood pressure goes up at night, approximately 2 to 3 hours after I first go to sleep. It wakes me up and I cannot go back to sleep for an hour or so. The only thing that helps me so far, is to breath deeply for 3 to 5 minutes and then it lowers. I do have a prescription that I can take, if necessary. However, in the morning I feel like 'a train has run over me.' Thanks for any suggestions that may help me.
Deep Breathing
Posted by Karen (Alpharetta) on 10/05/2015
For High Blood Pressure: AVOID CAFFEINE.
If I have a cup of coffee in the morning my blood pressure will skyrocket at night. No coffee or caffeine (Coke etc.) no rapid rise of BP.
Supplements
Posted by Timh (Ky, Usa) on 11/06/2013 2041 posts
Beberobozo: Arginine is indicated to lower bp thru a mechanism called nitric oxide which dilates blood vessels and improves blood flow. Arginine also boost growth hormone production and increases the size and activity of the thymus gland (which improves immunity). Arginine rich food is almost all nuts. So I would recommend particularly Walnuts as they are also high in EPA's or "good fats" which is very much indicated for cardiovascular health.
Supplements
Posted by Mike 62 (Denver, Colorado) on 11/07/2013
Beberobozo: Raw ferments have a phenomenal record at playing a vital role in cardiovascular well being. I make home made ferments from sucanet and buckwheat. There is a 112 year old woman living in Russia who drinks goats milk yoghurt every day. Ferments have more biological value than food and more nutrients than supplements. Many people who are challenged by concerns see a remarkable improvement after taking ferments.
Prune Water
Posted by Ed2010 (Canada) on 10/30/2013
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The main cause of High Blood Pressure is mineral imbalance. Not because of high sodium alone. Other causes are high fat in Blood. Remember the physics, thick fluid requires more pressure to flow.
For High blood pressure,
Soak 5 dried prunes overnight in a glass of water. Early in the morning drink this water alone, no need to eat the prune. The nutritients in the prune gets extracted in the water. Prune is high in Potassium.
You can see a huge difference in the second day. This is a Unani Medicine Treatment. If you don't get Dried Prune try with Dried Plum.
Good Health.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda
Posted by Jos (Thailand) on 10/29/2013
Try not using the baking soda with the acv, also drink a daily glass of beetroot juice or celery with melon. Make sure to use magnesium oil daily and also make sure potassium levels are balanced.
I too only use these things I will never take bp medication. Hibiscus tea twice daily is also what I take along with blackstrap molasses and a must for me is cayenne tincture three times daily it's nice to put some in your coffee or tea etc or add to molasses in warm water. Good luck
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda
Posted by Elaine (Edmond, Ok) on 06/19/2013
I have been drinking apple cider vinegar and baking soda for the last two days for high blood pressure. I normally feel like a cement factory has moved in my bowel. But, this morning I had diarrhea. I'll cut back on the dosage. I was just pouring the ACVand BS haphazardly. Tonight I'll measure it. Two tablespoons ACV and one teaspoon BS.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Magi (FL) on 03/16/2022
I am just wondering if you have to keep at this or does your blood pressure go to normal and stay that way?
Chanting
Posted by Heather (Leicester ) on 09/05/2012
Yes chanting works, it is very powerful if repeated constantly as you go about your day.. Try 'thank you for my healing' it is like prayer x
Medication Warning
Posted by Marie (Batavia Ny) on 04/03/2016
I too took metropolol for a very short time. It lowered my heartbeat too low and made my heart go out of rhythm. I had to go to the er. Doc there said to stop taking it.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda
Posted by Bama Lori (Birmingham, Alabama) on 05/17/2012
He may have fructose intolerence, apple cider vinegar will make it so much worse. Look up fructose malabsorbtion, this will cause high bp due to sending the endocrine system into overdrive trying to compensate (by lowering or raising hormone levels to attack the invader - it is no different than a food allergy) It can present at any time in life. 30 percent of the population has it, but only ten percent are symptomatic. Go LOW FODMAP; FODMAPS are an acryonm recent discovery, it breaks down food types by the sugars they convert into upon consumption; Avoid apples, pears, F is for frutans, not saying avoid all fruit, Vegetables that contain high fructose are onions, garlic, asparagus, cabbages, etc... Just those with more fructose than glucose; Some beans, like baked beans, chick peas, kidney beans, high galactans; Reduce lactose; use real butter only, lactose free ; milk; and hard cheeses only, no yogurt or soft cheeses; Avoid ALL FAT FREE AND REDUCED SUGAR AND SUGAR FREE; as these products are made from pure fructose and do convert once consumed; will deal me great issue; White sugar is best; real sugar is best; avoid all colored drinks and foods and processed foods will have garlic, onlions, MSG, INULIN... oh the list goes on; avoid them all, stick to short ingredient foods prepared at home! Hope this helps.
General Feedback
Posted by Heather (Leicester) on 04/03/2012
Hi, sorry if this duplicates what you have already been advised but 2 things I know lower blood pressure are potassium( such as eating bananas) and garlic. But really there must be a reason why you have high blood pressure that should be addressed as well. I should think that anything that thins the blood like aspirin for example would help to lower your blood pressure too. Reiki lowers blood pressure too if you are interested, it always sends me to sleep! Just some ideas for you.
General Feedback
Posted by Brandy (Ca) on 06/27/2022
Use your blender, add distilled water, grind your fruit and veggies, strain and refrigerate. Voila!
General Feedback
Posted by Hope (Sacramento, California) on 04/06/2012
Hi Hil -I also tried the ACV for over a month quite a while back and it did not help.
What might be of assistance to you would be magnesium oil and also salt loading.
Please go to a search engine to find the info for the salt loading protocol. It is powerful and effective , when following the directions, and always using pure sea salt or celtic salt. The combination of using the magnesium oil and sea salt protocol calms my heart profoundly without fail.
It also helps to walk 1-2 miles each day and to feel appreciation of one's life and connection to the earth and source energy whenever possible.
Our thoughts create our reality on so many levels....
Wishing you the best....
General Feedback
Posted by Marie (Batavia, Ny) on 04/02/2016
I have read that the calcium we eat when we are older goes into our arteries and blood instead of our bones and it calcifies our arteries. We need vit k2 to dissolve this. I just ordered two bottles. I read 500-1,000 mg to take. I will try that since the arginine did not work for me even tho I took it for four months.
Magnesium
Posted by Geneva (Paragould, Ar) on 01/26/2012
Yes Magnesuim will help his heart and blood pressure. He needs to see a heart doctor for help. I speak from having same problems. Believe me he don't want to wait till his heart jumps out of rhythm.
Best of luck to you and your husband,
Geneva
Magnesium
Posted by Khakimo (Atlanta, Usa) on 01/27/2012
I believe the better form of CoQ10 is Ubiquinol, especially as one ages. Ubiquinone is the one you don't want.
Sea Salt
Posted by Ash (London, England, United Kingdom) on 12/07/2011
Hello, I am looking at trying the watercure with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt as explained on www.watercure2.org for High Blood Pressure. It also involves dietary changes. My doctor tells me NOT to eat salt and this water programme uses SEA SALT and water and a lot of testimonials show success with this. Is it safe for me to take so much SEA SALT with high blood pressure? Any comments or experience with watercure? Is SEA SALT safer? I really want to come off my blood pressure medication as it is not working. Thanks and God Bless
Ash
General Feedback
Posted by Marie (Batavia, Ny) on 04/02/2016
I must be cursed because magnesium does not work for me. I tried 400 mg every single day for almost 4 months. I am at my wits end!!!
And I used the powder stuff too., and still did not work. Depressing.
Avoid Grains
Posted by Baldev (Mumbai, Maharashtra, India) on 07/31/2011 180 posts
As per the blood goup diet. You being Group O, Non Veg. Diet will suit you better. so, you have done the right thing.
Baldev
Aloe Vera, Hibiscus Tea, Cayenne Pepper
Posted by Mickey (Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh) on 06/27/2011 7 posts
Hi,
This sounds wonderful! How much aloe vera is there in a medium sized leaf? Do you add the whole lemon with seeds and skin? Do you add water to the mixture while blending?How much mixture do you get after straining? About half a cup?
Sorry abt the questions :) But pls do answer when you have time.
Aloe Vera, Hibiscus Tea, Cayenne Pepper
Posted by Carol (Newton, Nh) on 07/21/2011
Is it just the leaf or the aloe cream inside too?
Aloe Vera, Hibiscus Tea, Cayenne Pepper
Posted by Hope (Sacramento, California) on 08/07/2011
If one does not have aloe vera plants, would it be effective to use aloe vera juice instead? If so, how much? Thank you for a response....
Aloe Vera, Hibiscus Tea, Cayenne Pepper
Posted by Mickey (Secunderabad, N/a) on 10/12/2011 7 posts
This question is for Lidia.
How long do you wait to drink your regular coffee or tea/or having your breakfast after drinking the aloe/lemon/honey mixture in the morning?
Aloe Vera, Hibiscus Tea, Cayenne Pepper
Posted by Carmen (Nyc) on 04/05/2012
Lidia, you can order loose organic hibiscus online. Try mountainroseherbs.com.
Aloe Vera, Hibiscus Tea, Cayenne Pepper
Posted by B (Houston, Tx) on 08/29/2012
Aloe Vera, Hibiscus Tea, Cayenne Pepper
Posted by Teresa (California) on 12/30/2015
Si se cuela, recuerda de agregarle una tasa de agua al licuarlo.
[If it is strained, remember to add a cup of water to liquefy.]
Apple Cider Vinegar, Reishi Mushrooms
Posted by Denise (Milwaukee, Wi) on 09/14/2010
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I am using a combination of Apple Cider Vinegar (1 tblsp each AM) and 2 Reishi Mushroom (1 mg total) capsules daily and at 52 my blood pressure numbers have never been so good. The Reishi also helps with sleep and anxiety.
High Blood Pressure/Adrenal Connection
Posted by Susan (Hornchurch, Essex, England) on 05/20/2010
dear friends
i am a new member of this great website. having had problems over the years with my high bp...my doctors have finally come to the conclusion that the cause is my adrenal gland. no medication would work or had very bad side effects. with the bp rising to almost 190/144..and even more if a bad day, i had several tests done - which showed that my adrenal gland produces too much of aldesterone. after a final test to see which adrenal gland is playing up - which i can tell you was painful and very long...yippi...we found it was the left one...or was it...?
of course, the docs are not determined to remove the adrenal gland to bring my bp back to normal, or so they say. however, i am not convinced that this stressful test is reliable and what are problems coming after?
i am very curious to hear about anyone's experiences with alternative remedies to this problem - i know, i have to loose a bit of weight and i am quite busy in my job. i do however do a daily walk with our dog and have recently started with a shiatsu massage.. but i would be so so so so grateful for your help and feedback because i do worry about it all and want to find a solution and get healthy.
thanks so much
susan
High Blood Pressure/Adrenal Connection
Posted by Aria (Port Huron, Mi) on 01/26/2011
In response to Susan: I have a similar situation. A few years ago I was a normal weight, maybe slightly underweight due to a slightly overactive thyroid. Overall, I was healthy and I have always had LOW blood pressure. Usually averaged about 150/50. Over the last several months my health has declined rapidly. I have gained about 60 pounds, I have rashes around my eyes and mouth, my hair is falling out, and my memory is failing. There are many other things but those are among the most troubling. I had an electrolyte panel done and my potassium, sodium, and bun levels were all low. I requested a test for ADH but, for some reason, it was not done. When I asked my doctor about it, he told me it was done and it was normal; however, I had acquired a copy of the results without his knowledge and I knew that was a false statement.
Yesterday, I went to a rheumatologist and, although she has no idea what is wrong with me, she requested more blood work. She is having my serum cortisol tested, as well as aldosterone to renin ratio. I didn't even have to ask. I do not have the results yet but I will post as soon as I find out.
What was interesting is she told me that there is a type of high blood pressure that is linked to low potassium. She has that problem herself and she takes blood pressure medication (which raises potassium) along with two potassium tablets daily. She said she's not sure if that's what is happening to me but she would look into it. I guess it's rare but I don't recall what she called it. I take potassium daily and it seems my body can't get enough. I take tablets everywhere I go so that when my muscles begin to tighten I can take one. If I don't then I start having muscle spasms and heart palpitations. I don't understand why my body is using so much potassium but I hope to find out.
I would appreciate any additional information on this topic that might help.
High Blood Pressure/Adrenal Connection
Posted by B byrd (Charlotte ) on 10/08/2022
Hello, I had labs drawn n my potassium was low also and high b/p so I wonder what the connection is, please keep me posted anyone if you have had this experience, please post about it.
Apple Cider Vinegar, Cayenne
Posted by Minnie (Dubbo, Australia) on 05/18/2010
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I have been taking cayenne pepper for the past 6 weeks, 1 teaspoon three times per day. I have been feeling unwell for years and came across this site. Made a bit of difference. I felt the best I have for years, although still not real good. I am about 7 lb overweight and exercise daily and have a healthy diet. I have all the symptoms of hypothyroidism (palpitations, difficulty losing weight, lightheadedness, slightly elevated cholesterol, high triglycerides, anxiety, etc.) but blood tests are normal. My blood pressure has been good since taking the cayenne pepper. However last week it went very high for 4 days. I had much more mucous than normal and may have had a sinus infection. I started taking ACV for my blood pressure and it has finally come down. My cold symptoms have also got much better. My questions are:
Is it better to take Cayenne pepper or ACV or can they be taken together? Also can having a slight infection make blood pressure rise? Look forward to getting some answers.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda
Posted by Carol (Puyallup, Washington) on 05/18/2010
Robert you don't mention how much of the ACV you are using daily or if you are using the raw, unfiltered ACV with the Mother. For 3 weeks now I have been using the ACV with the Mother in it, 3 tablespoons a day with water and juice and using baking soda to bring up the ph level to 7.2. Today when I went to the Dr he took me off the Lisinopril and told me to keep doing what I am doing. From what I understand sometimes you have to stay on it for some time before you see benefits but I am not sure. Hope this helps.
Low Carb Diet
Posted by Phil (Dearing, Ga) on 03/23/2010
Hi Miriam.
I have been posting here for years now. Somewhere on here, I said that I believed sugars ( Carbs ) contributed as much to Higher blood pressure as does sodium. I also find that diet effects my blood pressure by as much as 15 to 20 points.
So yea, I think you might be on the right track about those carbs.
I think the key is to stay hydrated, but keeping the kidneys flushed. Asparagus extract can help keep kidneys flushed also.
Blood Pressure Readings
Posted by Gregg (Petoskey, Michigan, USA) on 02/27/2010
Would like to know if anyone knows (or can direct me to a website) any information on my blood pressure and the significance of the readings. My readings always show a top number that is considered high and the bottom number is normal or below. Typical readings will be as follows: 140/80, 130/68, 120/62 depending on time of day. Is this worse/better (or insignificant) than both readings being high. I just started using Apple Cider Vinager w/mother to try and bring top number down to normal. I am a 54 yr. old male with a resting heart rate of approx. 46 bpm and considered to be very athletic. (6'1", 195 Lbs. 34" waist/44" chest and eat a very healthy diet). Thanks in advance for your help!
Blood Pressure Readings
Posted by Scooter (Phoenix, Az) on 02/27/2010
Blood Pressure Readings
Posted by Eve (Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom) on 02/28/2010
Hi, I thought the diastolic reading was the most important and should be below 90.
Blood Pressure Readings
Posted by Karen (Deland, Fl) on 03/01/2010
To Joyce from TN: This was written by:
Director, Hypertension Section
Division of Nephrology & Hypertension
Department of Internal Medicine
College of Medicine
University of Cincinnati
I think there are alot of things we have been told by the medical field that should be questioned. Unfortunately, the mistruths have grown thanks to the pharmaceutical reps. This particular doctor is an expert in the field of hypertension.
Apple Cider Vinegar, Dietary Changes
Posted by Roseanna (Indiana) on 08/19/2018
I just read Florrzy's 2010 post about dietary changes. I found it very interesting and helpful. I myself am currently on medication for high blood pressure. In the near future I would like to be able to control my blood pressure naturally and to eventually be able to live without the medication altogether. I have a question that I hope the community may have the answer to.
She said that margarine hydrogenerated fat (which is not really a good thing to eat.) I do love to occasionally put butter on certain foods. I was wondering, since the margarine is not really good for us, do you happen to know if there might happen to be anything on the market that might be a better choice to replace the margarine so that you can still get a buttery flavor either in or on top of our foods? I appreciate any advice that you could offer. Thanks a lot for your help, and the best of luck to you, and best of health to you as discover all the better solution to high blood pressure. - Sincerely, Roseanna
Cream of Tarter, Lemon Juice
Posted by Stargypsy (Jacksonville, Fl.) on 11/16/2009
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Hi, I read aubout Apple Cider Vinegar lowering Blood Pressure here but if that doesnt work for you try adding 1/2 lemon (use hand juicer) w/ 2 teaspoons of Cream of Tarter and half a cup of water; mix and drink it down... it taste great and it lowers BP. 3 days 2xs a day. Wait a couple of days and do it again if you still need to. susunweed is where I got this and it works.
Also taking ACV and lemons together is the same in their actions so its unnessary take both together.
Im looking for the rasin and gin cure for arthritis????? Does anyone know what it is?
Thanks, the GypsyGirl
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Phil (Dearing , Ga, USA) on 11/19/2009
Hi Tony. I glad this may help you. I should have also mentioned the instructions for the asparagus extract is one cup of hot water added to packet, let sit for 5 minutes, stir and drink... Once a day is recommended for maintaining normal blood pressure range....However if you kidneys are clogged and toxic you can drink up to 3 packs a day and only use half a cup of hot water. If you order the free catalog from herbalhealer.com it has tons of information about ALL kinds of diseases and the instructions on the asparagus is in the book in serveral different places. I find it works btter for me at half cup of water taken twice daily.
If your pressure does not come down, after a few weeks , then you might consider oral chelation...But you would be suprised at the people who simply just have toxic kidneys and they need to be flushed.
General Feedback
Posted by Gs (Cambridge, Ma) on 08/17/2009
Sometimes merely walking into a doctor's office can raise blood pressure. If you can get a blood pressure reading elsewhere besides the doctor's office, it might be interesting to see what reading you get.
Water
Posted by P Mitchell (Tucson, AZ) on 07/05/2009
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Response to Hans:
12/09/2008: Hans from Delft, Zuid Holland / The Netherlands writes: "Hi Ted, Thanks for all your alkalizing advice. I have been using the lemon + baking soda formula for over 6 months now. I have a lot of energy. My skin looks great. The pH of my urine is 7,5 or higher consistantly. I take one lemon plus about 1 teaspoon of baking soda. I add one liter of water. this is what i do twice a day. Now here comes my question. Some people noticed my change in energy and also the way i look. They started doing the same, but they experience a rise in bloodpressure. My own bloodpressure doesn't rise above 125 / 83 even when i add extra baking soda. Could you explain why my bloodpressure stays the same while my friend's bloodpressure rises? Several others didn't report anything but positive from this remedy. My aunt and brothers told me their Acid reflux was gone in a few days. They also experience significant weight loss. Thanks alot!
Best regards,
Hans"
High blood pressure is often caused by chronic dehydration. The body needs a certain amount of sodium, but the body also needs to be constantly flushed by drinking enough water, which will help flush excess sodium from the system. When you feel thirst, you are already very dehydrated as this is one of the last symptoms of dehydration to manifest.
As a rule of thumb, take your body weight in pounds and divide by 2. This simple calculation gives you the number of ounces of water your body needs daily. Coffee, tea, juice, and colas don't count. Divide by 8 and this will tell you how many glasses of water you need each day.
Drinking this amount of water daily will naturally bring your blood pressure in line. A good friend of mine was able to discontinue his high blood pressure medication within 2 months of beginning this practice.
Keep in mind that strenuous physical activity and living in dry climates may increase your water requirements.
Water
Posted by Karen (Atlanta, Georgia) on 01/08/2014
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True. Dehydration is sometimes the cause. That has happened to me. My blood pressure was high and I drank a glass of water. My blood pressure fell like a rock.
Xylitol
Posted by Jane Buck (Portland, Oregon) on 03/25/2011
What is the constituant in Xylitol that lowers blood pressure?
Xylitol
Posted by Dee (Nyc, Ny) on 03/27/2011
Scott.... Why do say xylitol is bad? Can you please share your findings. Websites/books? Thanks.
Xylitol
Posted by Marie (Batavia, Ny) on 04/03/2016
I only know that xylitol is very poisonous to dogs.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda
Posted by Jaques (Brighton, England) on 04/27/2009
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For around 12 months Ive been taking acv - 2 tablespoons with 1/4 teaspoon bicarb in a glass of water on an empty stomach before going to bed Ive also been oil pulling twice a day on empty stomach, 5 days a week for both.This has my GERD under control most of the time but my blood pressure which has been high for years, for which im on medication, remains high as does my cholestorol, this is hereditary and i think maybe in these cases, drugs may be the only answer. I don't smoke, drink moderately and my diet is quite good, i.e. i dont eat much fat........
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda
Posted by Yaa (Manassas, Virginia) on 03/14/2009
Well after reading your comments I decided to try this. I visited the doctor about a week ago and was surprised that my reading was 167/80. I was floored. I know that I need to exercise, but I don't use heavy sodium. I am 47 (birthday tomorrow) and I would like to see 48. I went to the GNC and got the ACV with Mother and made the drink with 2tlbs of cider, 1/4 tsp of baking soda and 8 oz of water. Did not taste that bad. I did take my pressure prior to drinking it was 127/79. I think the spike previously was I took Sudafed for a headache. But still high. I will be tracking the results for the next two weeks and see what happens. Also I have made myself a promise to start some kind of exercise program. Wish me luck. Thanks for the site.
Serpina
Posted by Chandu (Mumbai, Maharashtra , India) on 01/12/2011
Has anybody had any luck in lowering blood pressure systolic using serpina?
Serpina
Posted by Marie (Batavia Ny) on 04/03/2016
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Serpina is found in mukta vati indian herbal pills. I've been taking for a few yrs now. Has not lowered my bl pr but has lowered my resting heart rate which is good, so I still take it.
Apple and Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Nick (Simi Valley, CA) on 04/17/2009
I just discovered that my HBP is 188/117. Haven't checked it since 2002 when it was considered perfect. I've been reviewing this blog page and I'm trying to figure out if its the ACV mixed with water or the ACV with Mother mixed with water that is what really works. Is it the Veniger, the Mother or the combined pair that makes up the vital component?
