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Walking fern (Asplenium rhizophyllum) “walks” by growing long fronds which root at the tips and start a new little ckump of fronds. I sometimes call it “god’s hair” (an old Anglo-Saxon name originally belonging to a different Asplenium in England) because it grows like hair on top of boulders. It’s a spleenwort, with similar chemistry and medicinal uses to other spleenworts, but i don’t tend to gather it since it grows in sensitive habitats (in the moss on the tops and sides of boulders) and helps to stabilize them. . . . #plantmedicine #naturalhelath #herbalmedicine #ferns #epipetricplants https://www.instagram.com/p/CL7xRmYFb9w/?igshid=11upb6afikyg5
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Herbs that help with high Blood Pressure
Hypertension or high blood pressure is often called the "silent killer". "Silent" because it does not produce any significant recognizable symptoms and "killer" because even slightly high blood pressure can increase the risk of heart disease significantly.
Hypertension is in most cases, a lifestyle disease caused by unhealthy eating habits, smoking and alcohol abuse. A single cigarette can increase blood pressure for about 30 minutes. A fat rich diet and lack of exercise can lead to high cholesterol, which ultimately causes fatty deposits in blood vessels to narrow them.
When blood vessels narrow the heart has to work much harder in order to maintain blood pressure to supply the requisite amount of blood to different organs in the body. Chronic blood pressure can therefore lead to a heart attack, stroke and other potentially fatal cardiovascular disorders.
In addition to lifestyle changes, herbs can play a significant role in the overall treatment of high blood pressure. Herbs can also help in preventing the development and onset of high blood pressure. Some of the herbs that can assist in lowering or maintaining blood pressure levels include:
Garlic (allium sativum) Garlic contains allicin, a substance which has antibacterial, antioxidant, lipid lowering and anti-hypertension properties. In a pilot study made at Clinical Research Center of New Orleans on whether garlic could lower blood pressure, nine patients with severe hypertension were given a garlic preparation containing 1.3 % allicin. Sitting blood pressure fell with a significant decrease in diastolic blood pressure only five to 14 hours after the dose. Moreover, it was proven in a 2009 study that fresh garlic has more potent cardio-protective properties than processed garlic.
Onions Onions contain quercetin, an antioxidant flavonol found to prevent heart disease and stroke. In a research study published in the Journal of Nutrition, subjects with hypertension experienced a decrease in their blood pressure by 7mmHg systolic and 5 mmHg diastolic as opposed to those who were taking placebo. Olives This herb is a significant part of the Mediterranean diet, recognized to be one of the healthiest in the world. Oil made from olives has been found to reduce blood pressure. In a study conducted on the importance of olive oil, Dr. L. Aldo Ferrara, Associate Professor at the Frederico II University of Naples in Italy discovered that the daily use of 40 grams of olive oil reduced the dosage of blood pressure medication in hypertensive patients by about 50 percent. Polyphenols in extra-virgin olive oil was credited for the significant reduction of blood pressure
Oregano - This herb contains the compound carvacrol which has been proven to be effective against blood pressure. In a study conducted on animal subjects, by researchers from Eskisehir Osmangazi University in Turkey, carvacrol was found to reduce heart rate, mean arterial pressure as well as the systolic and diastolic blood pressures.
Hawthorn - is also known as the mayflower. This plant is great at opening the coronary arteries, stimulating good blood circulation. It also keeps the arteries and veins from hardening, causing blood clots that trigger high blood pressure and also strengthens the heart muscle to make it more effective in pumping blood around the body. This herb has been traditionally used to treat high blood pressure. In one study conducted in Reading, UK, 79 type-2 diabetic patients were randomized to receive 1200 mg of hawthorn extract while another group received medication for high blood pressure. Results revealed that patients taking hawthorn by the end of the 16th week showed a reduction in their mean diastolic pressure
Cardamom- In one study published in the Indian Journal of Biochemistry and Biophysics, 20 subjects newly diagnosed with primary hypertension were administered 3 g of cardamom powder. After the end of the 3 months, all the subjects experienced feelings of well-being without any side effects. Moreover, the study was able to demonstrate that blood pressure was effectively reduced. It also improved antioxidant status while breaking down blood clots without significantly altering blood lipids and fibrinogen levels
Ginger Root is another beneficial herb for high blood pressure. It is one of the basic herbs used in Asian cooking. It is good for muscle relaxation especially the ones surrounding the blood vessels in order to have a proper blood flow. Ginger is also good in aiding digestive problems and nausea.
Ginkgo Biloba enjoys widespread use across China. It helps in improving blood circulation, which in turn prevents the arteries from getting blocked. This is vital to stabilize the blood pressure in the body.
Passion flower, valerian, limeflower (Tilia cordata), Cayenne pepper, horseradish, and angelica Cinnamon and lemon balm have sedative properties, so if your blood pressure condition is thought to be connected to stress and anxiety, tranquilizing herbs such as these can lend a hand without side effects. Valerian also relaxes the smooth muscles that line the artery walls, preventing them from constricting.
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