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The High Blood Pressure Basics Lens - Fast and Simple Blood Pressure Advice
Welcome to the High Blood Pressure Basics Lens. This is part of the Free Fitness Tips network of lenses. You can view the main Free Fitness Tips lens which acts as a hub for all my other fitness lenses by clicking on the banner below.
On this lens I aim to provide you with information on high blood pressure, the symptoms and the various treatments available. High blood pressure is a potentially damaging disease and in the worst cases it can even be fatal, hence the label 'The Silent Killer'. However, it can be managed by following some basic advice which I am going to give to you through this lens.
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Please remember that high blood pressure is a medical condition. Any advice given on this lens is for information only and should not be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified doctor. If you have any concerns regarding high blood pressure you should always consult a medical practitioner.
On this lens I aim to provide you with information on high blood pressure, the symptoms and the various treatments available. High blood pressure is a potentially damaging disease and in the worst cases it can even be fatal, hence the label 'The Silent Killer'. However, it can be managed by following some basic advice which I am going to give to you through this lens.
All commissions generated by this lens will be donated to:
Please remember that high blood pressure is a medical condition. Any advice given on this lens is for information only and should not be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified doctor. If you have any concerns regarding high blood pressure you should always consult a medical practitioner.
High Blood Pressure Basics - At a Glance
What's available on the Lens?
- High Blood Pressure Symptoms
- The Best High Blood Pressure Videos
- High Blood Pressure Damage
- Top High Blood Pressure Books
- High Blood Pressure Medication
- High Blood Pressure on Del.icio.us
- Natural High Blood Pressure Treatments
- High Blood Pressure Products
- Natural High Blood Pressure Remedies
- The Best High Blood Pressure Links
- High Blood Pressure T-Shirts and Accessories
- Summary
- Please Leave a Comment
High Blood Pressure Symptoms
What should I look out for?
As I mentioned above high blood pressure is often referred to as 'The Silent Killer'. This is because those affected by high blood pressure often do not show any noticeable symptoms until the damage has been done. However, there are a few things you can look out for...
- Severe headaches.
- Breathlessness.
- Nosebleeds.
- Haemorrhages.
- Hyperventilation.
- Tension.
- Palpitations (irregular, rapid beating of the heart).
If you suspect your blood pressure is high then seek the advice of your doctor immediately. The average normal blood pressure is 140 over 85 but this differs based on age, race and geographic location. Generally, anything over this is considered to be high.
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The Best High Blood Pressure Videos
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High Blood Pressure Damage
What kind of damage can it cause?
High blood pressure can cause significant damage if it goes untreated. Below is a list of just some of the possible damage it can cause...
1) DAMAGE TO YOUR EYES:- High blood pressure can damage your optic arteries and optic nerves, potentially affecting your vision.
2) DAMAGE TO YOUR HEART:- High blood pressure can damage your cardiac muscles which affects the proper functioning of your heart and can even lead to a heart attack.
3) DAMAGE TO YOUR KIDNEYS:- High blood pressure can damage the renal arteries which supply the kidneys and in the worst cases lead to kidney failure.
4) DAMAGE TO YOUR BRAIN:- High blood pressure can damage the brain leading to mini-strokes, full strokes and dementia in later life.
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Top High Blood Pressure Books
The most popular High Blood Pressure books on Amazon
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High Blood Pressure Medication
What medication is available?
Although changes to your diet and lifestyle can affect high blood pressure, if it is serious then your doctor will prescribe the appropriate medication to reduce your blood pressure. The various medications are discussed below...
- Antihypertensives or anti-hypertensive drugs.
- Alpha blockers.
- Beta blockers (the role of beta blockers has been reduced in the UK in recent years because it is believed that they can provoke type 2 diabetes).
- Emergency high blood pressure medication (this will bring down high blood pressure very suddenly and can be dangerous but is often required in emergency situations).
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Natural High Blood Pressure Treatments
What can I do to lower my blood pressure naturally?
Apart from the appropriate high blood pressure medication that your doctor may prescribe there are a number of things you can do to lower your blood pressure. I have outlined these below...
1) IMPROVE YOUR DIET:-One of the things that increases your blood pressure is when your veins and arteries become covered in fat. By eating a healthier diet in an attempt to reduce your overall body fat level you can reduce the risk of this fat being deposited in your veins and arteries.
2) EXERCISE MORE:-Exercise can also help reduce the build up of fats in your veins and arteries by burning up excess fats in your body.
3) GIVE UP SMOKING:-Smoking causes your arteries and veins to shrink which increases the pressure at which the blood flows through them.
4) REDUCE YOUR ALCOHOL INTAKE:-Evidence suggests that drinking more than the recommended daily intake of alcohol can cause your blood pressure to rise.
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High Blood Pressure Products
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Natural High Blood Pressure Remedies
Are there any natural remedies for High Blood Pressure?
Apart from taking the appropriate medications and making improvements to certain areas of your lifestyle, there are some alternative high blood pressure treatments. These include herbal remedies, aromatherapy and yoga. I have listed a selection of these natural remedies below...
1) STINGING NETTLES:-These make a nice addition to herbal teas and can really help reduce your blood pressure.
2) LEMON BALM:-Lemon balm has a calming effect on your body's muscles and is another natural way to reduce your blood pressure.
3) YOGA:-Relaxation exercises, such as yoga, are particularly effective in keeping your blood pressure at a safe level.
4) AROMATHERAPY:-Applying essential oils such as rose and lavender is another great relaxation exercise which can help keep your blood pressure under control.
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The Best High Blood Pressure Links
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Summary
- 1) Make sure you are aware of the symptoms.
- 2) Get yourself tested.
- 3) See your doctor for the appropriate medication.
- 4) Make improvements to your lifestyle.
- 5) Try the various natural remedies available.
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- g_e_ g_e_ Oct 13, 2008 @ 3:46 am
- hi there! nice lens..i'm also interested about this topic because i too has a hypertension already...it's in our blood line..
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