HYPERTENSION
(Blood Pressure - High)

This occurs when there is an increase in the flow force of blood against the artery and heart walls.
Some regard the state of hypertension to be reached when a repeatable blood pressure reading (BP) of 150/90mm Hg. shows.

LIFESTYLE ATTENTION

• Major contributors are:
  Caffeine, smoking, obesity, excessive alcohol, lead deposits in drinking-water, negative stress, heart condition.
• A vegetarian diet has been shown in studies to significantly lower high BP to correct levels for ones age.
• If BP raises it is best to take steps to reduce intake of animal fats (meat, eggs, butter, cheese, cream) salt and sugar immediately.
• Increase intake of potassium foods (fish, freshly squeezed orange juice, bananas, potatoes, avocados, apricots, peaches).
• Increase intake of calcium foods (goat's milk, raw milk, soya milk and their yoghurts and cheeses, sesame seeds, chick peas, broccoli).
• Increase intake of magnesium foods (nuts, beans, peas, soyabeans, dark green, leafy vegetables, milks - as above, seafood).
• Get your weight down to the correct level for your age.

HOMOEOPATHIC

• This condition is not only lifestyle in nature but constitutional. It is therefore absolutely essential to consult a qualified practitioner before self-medicating, and be regularly monitored by the practitioner you have consulted

TISSUE SALTS
Calc, Flour - for prolapse veins and tissues

HERBALS

• Hawthorn berries - infuse 2 teaspoons for 20 minutes; 3 x daily
• Garlic/onion - cook with whenever possible
• Mistletoe - (the whole plant) under the supervision of a naturopath as it has toxic effects at certain dosage levels

AROMATHERAPY

• Bath Mix - Lavender (30) Clary Sage (10) Marjoram (10)
• Massage Mix - Geranium (20) Marjoram (20) Lavender (10) A professional Aromatherapy treatment for this condition is very therapeutic.

SPECIAL FOODS

• Herbal salts that are low in sodium and light in potassium.
• Garlic
• Fibre such as Psyllium and Apple pectin
• Refer back to 'Lifestyle' section, for re-read

SPECIAL EXERCISE
Consult with professional trainer/nutritionist before embarking on this programme. Correct exercise is very indicated for this condition.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• Acupuncture
• Chinese Medicine
• TM
• Yoga