Naturopaths Reveal Remedies for High Blood Pressure

The ATP Project Podcast Episode 472

Naturopaths Reveal Remedies for High Blood Pressure

 

In this episode, Nic and Steve delve into the critical topic of hypertension, often called the "silent killer." They explore why understanding your blood pressure is essential, discuss what constitutes healthy blood pressure, and unpack common causes—including the impact of stress, anger, and genetics.

Tune in as they highlight practical ways to manage blood pressure naturally, from foods and supplements to herbs and lifestyle tips. Whether you want to improve your health or support a loved one, this episode provides valuable insights for anyone concerned with heart health and wellness.

As always, this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please discuss any information in this podcast with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.

  • 00:00:00 – Hypertension – High blood pressure, the silent killer
  • 00:03:54 – The statistics – why you should care!
  • 00:05:23 – What is a healthy blood pressure?
  • 00:08:03 – What are some of the causes?
  • 00:10:15 – Stress and Hypertension
  • 00:18:16 – Hypertension and anger!
  • 00:20:43 – Genetics
  • 00:22:06 – Secondary hypertension
  • 00:27:13 – Foods and hypertension
  • 00:34:19 – How to take your blood pressure
  • 00:36:23 – Supplements for Hypertension
  • 00:42:51 – Herbs for Hypertension
  • 00:51:14 – FAQs

Clinical References

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  2. de Boer EC, de Rooij SR, Olthof MR, Vrijkotte TGM. Sugar-sweetened beverages intake is associated with blood pressure and sympathetic nervous system activation in children. Clin Nutr ESPEN. 2018 Dec;28:232-235. doi: 10.1016/j.clnesp.2018.08.020. Epub 2018 Sep 11. PMID: 30390887.
  3. Buendia JR, Bradlee ML, Singer MR, Moore LL. Diets higher in protein predict lower high blood pressure risk in Framingham Offspring Study adults. Am J Hypertens. 2015 Mar;28(3):372-9. doi: 10.1093/ajh/hpu157. Epub 2014 Sep 6. PMID: 25194158; PMCID: PMC4402349.

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