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JANUARY, 2006 NEWSLETTER

CONTROLLING HYPERTENSION NATURALLY

A researcher at the University of Pittsburgh recently released a study showing that in addition to causing strokes and heart attacks, hypertension may also lead to dementia. A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine [2000; 342:905-912, 969-970] found that just having high blood pressure more than doubles a person's risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. The same study above also revealed that beta-blockers (drugs used to treat high blood pressure) can also result in developing Type 2 Diabetes! Following are some helpful tips for getting blood pressure under control without drugs:

EAT A MEDITERRANEAN DIET! This diet, which is primarily fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, fish and olive oil, is linked to longer life expectancy and a healthier heart.

EXERCISE! Your regimen must include aerobic activity, like brisk walking, for at least 20 minutes 5 times a week to be effective. Blood pressure can be lowered with moderately intense physical activity of 30-45 minutes most days of the week.

LOSE WEIGHT! Even moderate weight loss has a positive effect on blood pressure.

LIMIT ALCOHOL to no more than 12 oz beer or 5 oz wine or 1 oz 100 proof whiskey per day.

REDUCE CAFFEINE! Caffeine may raise blood pressure.

REDUCE STRESS any way you can.

STOP SMOKING! Cigarette smoking is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Blood pressure rises with every cigarette smoked. The risk of cardiovascular disease returns to normal after having quit smoking for 2 years.

Some herbs and supplements are effective alternatives to drugs:

Nattokinase is a supplement derived from fermented soy. After just 4 days taking a standardized dose, volunteers in a 1995 Japanese research study experienced a 10.9% drop in systolic blood pressure and a 9.7% drop in diastolic blood pressure.

Calcium, 1500-3000 mg. per day. Calcium deficiency has been linked to high blood pressure.

L-Carnitine (amino acid), 500 mg. twice per day on an empty stomach, aids in preventing heart disease.

Coenzyme Q10, taken 100 mg. per day, improves heart function and lowers blood pressure.

Vitamin E, 100 IU, adding 100 IU each month to 400 IU, improves heart function.

Vitamin B complex, 100 mg. twice daily, is important to circulatory function and for lowering blood pressure.

Potassium. Most people can safely absorb up to 18 g of potassium a day. In fact, potassium toxicity is very unlikely to occur unless you take potassium supplements inappropriately or your kidneys don't function properly. Check with a doctor if you're on a prescription diuretic. A few high potassium foods include bananas, apples, potatoes with skins, avocadoes and oranges.

Essential Fatty Acids (fish & flax oils), 2 Tablespoons daily, helps circulation and blood pressure. It also helps with a host of other health issues like cell health, brain function and mood. ? Garlic has been used for cardiovascular health for centuries. If you're not on blood-thinning medications, take the equivalent of 4000 mg daily for optimum heart health.

Green & Oolong Tea - In a 2004 study using 600 participants, those who drank from 4 - 20 ounces of green or oolong tea daily lowered their blood pressure by 46%. Those who drank over 20 ounces daily lowered theirs even more - 65%. The benefits are greatest after a year of tea-drinking.

Hawthorn - This herb is renowned for its circulatory support. It relaxes vascular tone and dilates coronary blood vessels.

Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) - This Ayurvedic herb from India promotes a "centered calmness." It also works to suppress cortisol production in the adrenals, which results in fighting stress. It's an adaptogen, like ginseng, and also supports immunity.

Lowering blood pressure even a few points could have huge benefits in the long run. Making simple lifestyle changes and adding some helpful supplements may just save your life!