High pressure treatment at home

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer, because it may lead to death without any symptoms on the patient, so it is one of the cases that must be taken care of well, and followed up with a specialist doctor to avoid its complications. The treatment of high blood pressure depends mainly on medications, and daily health habits may help some treatments Home along with medications to lower blood pressure. 

In Adam's pharmacy, there are all medications for the treatment of high pressure, as well as medications for the treatment of low pressure.

What are the symptoms of high pressure?

There are many symptoms that warn of sudden high blood pressure, the most prominent of which are:

• Headache or blurred vision.
• increased wear.
•  increased chest pain;
• increased shortness of breath;
• Swelling or edema (fluid buildup in tissues).

Treating high blood pressure at home

It has spread among the general public to treat high blood pressure with drinks, food and herbs, and in fact it can be said that high blood pressure is a medical condition that requires a doctor to treat it with medications, and there are a range of lifestyle changes that can be made to help reduce high blood pressure : 

• Stop drinking alcohol and smoking.
• Practice techniques and exercises to relieve stress and anxiety, such as meditation.
• Get regular exercise, such as aerobic exercise, for at least 30 minutes a day, such as walking, swimming and cycling.
• Take care to maintain the ideal weight, or lose weight in case of obesity or overweight.
• Be sure to reduce salt intake because it has a significant impact on blood pressure in people with high blood pressure, and this can be done by reducing the amount of salt added to food as much as possible, and avoiding processed meat and canned foods, as salt is used as a preservative for these foods.
• Eat a healthy diet rich in fiber, whole grains, and unsaturated fats, while limiting your intake of saturated fats. It is recommended to eat at least five servings of fresh fruits and vegetables daily.
• Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as nuts and fish, as they have an important role in cardiovascular health.
• Avoid the causes of stress: Stress is one of the causes of high blood pressure, and exercise, as we mentioned, helps reduce stress.
•  Meditation, deep breathing, massage, yoga, and getting enough sleep help reduce stress levels.
• Smoking cessation: The chemicals in tobacco smoke damage body tissues and harden the walls of blood vessels, so it is recommended to quit smoking or reduce it as much as possible.
• Limit your intake of caffeinated beverages, such as coffee, tea and some soft drinks. 

Drinks to treat high pressure 

There are many drinks that help treat pressure at home, including:

• Excessive intake of water is important for humans in general and pregnant women in particular, and water is important for preventing high blood pressure and working to reduce it, and for this it is recommended to drink at least 8 Glasses of water daily.
• Hibiscus drink is a drink that lowers high blood pressure for pregnant women, as it contains active phytochemicals that inhibit the angiotensin-converting enzyme, which reduces the systolic blood pressure of a pregnant woman.
• Pomegranate is one of the beneficial juices that have many nutritional properties, and works by inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme, which prevents high blood pressure in pregnant women.
• Berries are juices rich in natural compounds like flavonoids that help prevent high blood pressure and are safe for pregnant women.
• Beet juice: Beets contain a high percentage of vitamins and minerals important for general health, and beet juice helps lower blood pressure, thanks to its content of dietary nitrates, a compound known for its effect in lowering blood pressure.
• Prune juice: Although prune juice is known to be a natural laxative, it may also help lower blood pressure, researchers reported a significant reduction in blood pressure among people who ate three prunes a day.

Treating high pressure 

The methods of treating high pressure for pregnant women are as follows:

• A pregnant woman can eat some types of fruits that help reduce high blood pressure, such as bananas that contain potassium and have The ability to lower blood pressure.
• Pomegranate can also be eaten because it is anti-inflammatory and anti-atherosclerotic and helps lower blood pressure because it contains potassium, and it also reduces harmful cholesterol in the blood.
• Apples contain soluble fiber that prevents the accumulation of cholesterol on the walls of blood vessels, protects against cardiovascular diseases and reduces high blood pressure.
• You can also eat citrus fruits such as oranges, tangerines, grapefruit and lemons, as they contain plant compounds, vitamins and minerals, which in turn help lower the blood pressure of a pregnant woman.
• Pregnant women can eat some types of vegetables that are high in potassium and magnesium, and these elements have a significant role in lowering blood pressure and preventing health problems.
• These vegetables include spinach, broccoli, cabbage, and all leafy greens. You can also eat onions, green beans, celery, carrots, sweet potatoes, garlic, and peas.

Medications to treat high blood pressure

There are many medications to treat high blood pressure, and the appropriate doctor prescribes them according to several factors, the most important of which is how high it is, and whether it is associated with heart disease.

 Treatment of blood pressure can be classified according to its type as follows:

• Treatment of primary hypertension: If the blood pressure is high for no apparent reason, the doctor will recommend some lifestyle changes such as eating habits, reducing smoking, losing weight, etc., but if the pressure remains Elevated even with these changes, the doctor will prescribe some medications to control the pressure within a normal range.
• Treating secondary hypertension: If high blood pressure is caused by a health problem, your doctor will focus on treating the cause. 
• For example, if the cause of high blood pressure is one of the medications the patient is taking, the doctor may recommend trying other medications that do not have this side effect. 

Medicines to treat high blood pressure include:

• blockers: These are chemical compounds that slow the heartbeat and reduce its intensity, reducing the amount of blood pumped through the arteries with each heartbeat, which in turn lowers blood pressure.
• Diuretics: High levels of sodium and excess fluid in the body can increase blood pressure. 
• Diuretics help the kidneys remove excess sodium from the body. When sodium is excreted, the excess fluid in the bloodstream moves into the urine, which helps lower blood pressure.
• Calcium channel blockers: These compounds reduce the force of the heartbeat, thereby lowering blood pressure.
•  These medications also help relax blood vessels, which also lowers blood pressure.
• Alpha-2 agonists: This type of medication alters nerve impulses that cause blood vessels to narrow. This helps blood vessels relax, lowering blood pressure.