BLOOD PRESSURE.Top 7 Drinks to LOWER IT, naturally WITHOUT MEDICATIONS

 If you have been struggling with the high blood  pressure odds, are you have looked high and   low for an easy way to lower it. If you are in  this category, You Are Not Alone. According to   American Heart Association 116 million Americans  have high blood pressure, 50 percent are not

well controlled. High blood pressure affects  more than 30 percent of the adult population   worldwide with more than 1 billion people. It's a major risk factor for strokes,

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Why bother with high blood pressure?

1. Beet Juice
2. Green Tea:
3. Hibiscus Tea:
4. Pomegranate Juice:
5. Pomegranate Juice:
6. Tomato Juice:
7. Berry Juice:
8. Water
9. 2 Drinks to Avoid:

Why bother with high blood pressure?

heart attacks, kidney diseases, heart failure. If you're seeking ways to reduce your Reliance   on medications this video is for you. Hello friends I'm Dr T I'm board   certified in Cardiology and Lifestyle Medicine. While lowering your blood pressure may not be   a sip way, changes to what you sip daily  can help you lower your blood pressure.

In today's videos we'll discuss the top 7 drinks  that can help you lower your blood pressure   naturally without the resorting to medication. We will address 2 drinks to avoid and stick   around because I have a bonus  question for you at the end. Let's start with a vibrant option #1-Beet juice. Beetroot root vegetable packs a bunch of health.

Beet Juice

benefits. Rich in vitamins and minerals beet  juice contains nitrates which the body converts   into nitric oxide. Nitric oxide dilates  your arteries enhancing your blood flow and   lowering your blood pressure.

And interesting  enough this effect can kick in in as little   as 30 minutes and lasts for nearly 24 hours. #2- Green tea. Tea is the second most popular

Green Tea:

drink around the world after water. But not  all teas are created equal when it comes to   blood pressure. A review of randomized control  trials in 2020 compared the effects of black and   green tea in blood pressure and while both  these showed benefits, green tea had a more

pronounced effect in lowering blood pressure,  systolic and diastolic the upper number and the   lower number. The antioxidants in green tea  further contribute to cardiovascular health. #3-Hibiscus tea. Hibiscus tea is commonly used  in traditional medicine contains anthocyanin's

 Hibiscus Tea:

and other powerful antioxidants. 2 cups of  hibiscus tea a day have decreased your blood   pressure with effects noticeable within  1.

5 to 4 hours, so quite a quick effect. #4- Pomegranate juice. If you are worried  about blood pressure it's time to say hello

 Pomegranate Juice:

to this sweet ruby red fruit. Pomegranates  rich in vitamins and antioxidants also have   anti-inflammatory benefits. Pomegranate juice  has 3 times, 3 times the antioxidant activity   of green tea or red wine. A 2017 review of  8 randomized clinical trials showed that   pomegranate juice can lower the systolic and  diastolic blood pressure. The juice acts like

an ACE inhibitor Angiotensin converting enzyme  inhibitor like medications you may be taking   for your blood pressure like lisinopril ramipril  enalapril, captopril and others. . If you decide to   add pomegranate juice to your diet opt for 100  pure pomegranate juice without added sugars. #4- Tomato juice. Tomato juice boasts

 Tomato Juice:

antioxidants like lycopene associated with several  health benefits. There is evidence that drinking   at least 1 glass of unsalted tomato juice a day  improves systolic and diastolic blood pressure,   also lowers the LDL cholesterol as well. However,  ensure that you are choosing unsalted options to

 Berry Juice:

blood pressure. Similarly, a study published in in  Nature in 2016 found that berries and blueberries  they all lowered your blood pressure. When opting  for store-bought juices remember avoiding the

added sugars. 7-Water. Don't underestimate the power of plain  old water. Staying hydrated is crucial

Water:

to maintain healthy blood pressure levels. If you are dehydrated water may lower your   blood pressure by decrease the secretion of the  hormone called vasopressin the brain puts out   to compensate. Aim for adequate fluid intake  daily to support your cardiovascular health.

If you want to learn more about watch this video  “How to avoid dehydration this summer” I'll put a   link above and or the description below. So, while we have discussed beneficial   drinks there are a couple you should avoid  if you are dealing with high blood pressure. $1- Alcohol Alcohol raises

2 Drinks to Avoid:

blood pressure by affecting various body  functions. acts on the central nervous   system leads to vasoconstriction, tightening of  blood vessels and increasing your blood pressure. The recommendations are if you drink limit to  2 drinks a day for men while women should stick   with 1 drink a day. What is a drink? A drink is defined 5 ounces of wine 12 ounces of  beer or 1. 5 ounces of hard liquor 80 % proof. If   you can avoid alcohol together it's even  better for your blood pressure management.

#2- Energy drinks. Although you morning cup   of coffee is fine you may raise your blood  pressure a little bit lasting up to 3 hours   there is no significant long-term effect. However, when we talk about energy drinks   they are loaded with caffeine and added  sugars and can lead to chronic high   blood pressure and other health issues. Here's the bonus question I promised. Can these drinks replace your  blood pressure medications?

Bonus Question:

The answer is definitive no. While the  drinks we have discussed offer valuable   health benefits and can contribute to blood  pressure management they are not a substitute   to proven lifestyle changes and medical guidance. If you're looking to make a real impact on your

blood pressure focus on the comprehensive  Lifestyle Changes including a plant-based   diet, regular exercise, Stress  Management, and adequate sleep.