How to lower blood pressure fastest

According to relevant surveys, more and more people around the world are suffering from high blood pressure. In the past, the main group of people suffering from hypertension were the elderly. Now, the age group suffering from hypertension is gradually decreasing, and different degrees of hypertension will have different degrees of impact on the human body. The main symptoms of hypertension are dizziness, insomnia, numbness, etc. There are basically no symptoms in the early stages of hypertension. So how can we lower blood pressure as quickly as possible in our daily lives?

1. Brisk walking

People with high blood pressure who walk briskly can reduce their blood pressure by 8/6 mmHg. Exercise helps your heart use oxygen more efficiently. Try increasing the speed or distance you walk.

2. Take a deep breath

Slow breathing or meditative exercises such as qigong, yoga, and tai chi can reduce stress hormones, which can increase blood pressure. Try breathing deeply for five minutes morning and night.

3. Eat foods rich in potassium

Foods rich in potassium are an important part of lowering blood pressure, and a goal is to consume 2,000 to 4,000 mg of potassium per day. For example: sweet potatoes, tomatoes, orange juice, potatoes, bananas, peas, cantaloupe and dried fruits.

4. Pay attention to the sodium content on food labels

People with a family history of high blood pressure are more likely to be allergic to sodium, but there is currently no way to determine whether people are allergic to sodium. So we should reduce our sodium intake, and this doesn't just mean using less salt when cooking; most sodium is found in processed foods.

5. Eat more dark chocolate

Dark chocolate contains flavanols, which can make blood vessels more elastic. Studies have found that people who eat dark chocolate every day have significantly lower blood pressure.

6. Take Supplements

Studies have found that coenzyme Q10 can lower blood pressure by 17/10 mmHg. Take 60 to 100 mg of the supplement three times daily.

7. Drink, but don’t drink too much

The study found that light drinkers (1/4 to 1/2 drink a day for women and 2 drinks a day for men) had lower blood pressure than those who did not drink. Other studies have found that moderate drinking can reduce the incidence of heart disease.

8. Drink decaffeinated coffee

Caffeine can increase blood pressure by constricting blood vessels, amplifying the effects of stress. When you are stressed, your heart pumps more blood, which increases your blood pressure.