{"id":2418,"date":"2020-04-16T19:07:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-16T18:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk\/?p=2418"},"modified":"2020-07-13T13:22:33","modified_gmt":"2020-07-13T12:22:33","slug":"hypertension","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk\/hypertension\/","title":{"rendered":"Hypertension"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hypertension (high blood pressure) affects 26% of the worldwide population, and this number continues to increase, and this may rise to 29% by 2025. Unlike most ailments, it is typically found during standard testing of individuals with no symptoms, which is undoubtedly a positive thing as the consequences of hypertension can be severe. Hypertension is very prevalent and can occur equally in both sexes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/o4s08x3ixPCt2ZpFOH0LToXhPpyl63c1JBujwg1eEefw0zo94hY3mqeqyvH2GxyzcLeaApI25AVRIRJrRT3g1WqJ2wMQ_xRk4UpUgjoA8vfoqE_JrqQ-Y902bMm0oWZQHnIINC7EvWjyn_TQmQ\" alt=\"A close up of a pencil\n\nDescription automatically generated\" width=\"446\" height=\"296\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>What is hypertension?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hypertension is defined as having blood pressure at 140\/90 or above. There are two classifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Primary (no clear cause): 90-95%.<\/li><li>Secondary (caused by another medical condition): 5-10%.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There are also four stages to hypertension:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Pre is 120\/80 to 139\/89 &#8211; STAGE 1.<\/li><li>Mild is 140\/90 to 159\/99 &#8211; STAGE 2.<\/li><li>Moderate is 160\/100 to 179\/109 &#8211; STAGE 3.<\/li><li>Severe is 180\/110 or higher &#8211;  STAGE 4.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Although primary hypertension is classified as having no identifiable cause, there are various risk factors that come into play, such as obesity, stress, potassium deficiency, salt sensitivity, alcohol abuse and vitamin D deficiency. Severe Hypertension is 180\/110 or higher.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The role of diet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/X_ILRRWhNiUIYryzvjS2zwds2zZ85uLtVGR1wMsnl-iezHP5R2CUIeHnc8EeDbqDgI515N1n0o-Ve4F9jBAjC-RLo4eJO2Ixt5-zbaLRgwTp-ZEKWz9TOtGiQG1reCUXORFtB30uUA8Qm-0gCA\" alt=\"Hypertension\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the more recognised approaches to combating and preventing high blood pressure is the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). The DASH diet has also been shown to reduce other diseases, such as stroke, cancer, osteoporosis and heart disease. For more information, specifically on the DASH diet, please visit our blog DASH Diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Moving into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/237018930_Traditional_Leafy_Vegetables_A_Future_Herbal_Medicine\">more vegetable and herbal remedies<\/a>, we have compiled a short list of the best performing ingredients under testing that should be relatively accessible:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Garlic<\/strong> \u2013 anti-oxidative &amp; antihypertensive agents act to increase nitric oxide (helps reduce hypertension in patients with raised systolic pressure)<\/li><li><strong>Celery<\/strong> \u2013  if mixed with same amount of honey, celery could reduce systolic and diastolic pressure.<\/li><li><strong>Unfermented green tea<\/strong> \u2013 unfortunately black tea isn&#8217;t as helpful!<\/li><li><strong>Chinese Hawthorn<\/strong> \u2013 Although this may be more difficult to get hold of, it contains two powerful antioxidant agents and has been shown to lower hypertension and stroke risk. <\/li><li><strong>Carrot<\/strong> \u2013 contains compounds that lower blood pressure by balancing our potassium and sodium levels.<\/li><li><strong>Soybean<\/strong> \u2013 could possibly have a modest effect in lowering blood pressure.<\/li><li><strong>French lavender<\/strong> \u2013 could reduce blood pressure and heart rate.<\/li><li><strong>Linseed\/flaxseed<\/strong> \u2013 these are rich in fatty acids which can lower blood pressure and heart rate. They can also help to reduce plaque build-up in the blood vessels.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Tomatoes<\/strong> \u2013 not only do tomatoes contain antioxidants, but they can also help reduce high blood pressure. When combined with ACE inhibitors or calcium channel blockers they can have a significant effect on reducing blood pressure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Hypnotherapy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hypnotherapy is an effective way of reducing stress, tension and increasing self-awareness. There are multiple sources that suggest hypnotherapy can reduce hypertension too, as it serves as a modality to <a href=\"https:\/\/movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk\/transition-effectively-working-home\/\">trigger your relaxation response, <\/a>which in turn lowers blood pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, there seems to be less of a correlation between self-hypnosis and reducing hypertension. This may be due to the fact that self-hypnosis seems to be less effective than seeing a hypnotherapist.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/vWBkeGRxJprg-Ti-7Cq_T0cPZjF4bOGYtoVlHvjXs84kHLUXnu_soef5RlAdN03NEcvVGBlOfhi4Kw45RE1dy6iAfZbSI3kIFFn3pe2CZQ4yk507LYUkDU-zmZQN76r9APtBHwsYlZDa4ElNKA\" alt=\"A picture containing text\n\nDescription automatically generated\" width=\"436\" height=\"436\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sleep<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When we sleep less, we trigger activation of what\u2019s called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (pictured) which stimulates the sympathetic (fight or flight) response.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A sleep hygienist would be the best referral in this case, as increasing sleep quality can make a significant impact.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>For any further questions, please don\u2019t hesitate to ask:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>0161 209 2980<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"mailto:info@movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk\">info@movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ed Madeley M.Ost<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hypertension (high blood pressure) affects 26% of the worldwide population, and this number continues to increase, and this may rise to 29% by 2025. Unlike most ailments, it is typically found during standard testing of individuals with no symptoms, which is undoubtedly a positive thing as the consequences of hypertension can be severe. Hypertension is very prevalent and can occur equally in both sexes. What is hypertension? Hypertension is defined as having blood pressure at 140\/90 or above. There are two classifications: Primary (no clear cause): 90-95%. Secondary (caused by another medical condition): 5-10%. There are also four stages to\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":""},"categories":[38],"tags":[],"blocksy_meta":{"styles_descriptor":{"styles":{"desktop":"","tablet":"","mobile":""},"google_fonts":[],"version":5}},"acf":{"info_box_title":"Breakdown","info_content":"<b>Summary<\/b>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypertension is diagnosed when blood pressure is 140\/90 or higher, and comes in two types:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primary (no clear cause), 90-95%<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondary (as a result of another issue), 5-10%\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is estimated that worldwide, 1 billion people are hypertensive<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many complications that arise from hypertension, such as stroke, heart attack and decreased life expectancy.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>"},"featured_image_urls":{"full":"","thumbnail":"","medium":"","medium_large":"","large":"","1536x1536":"","2048x2048":""},"post_excerpt_stackable":"<p>Hypertension (high blood pressure) affects 26% of the worldwide population, and this number continues to increase, and this may rise to 29% by 2025. Unlike most ailments, it is typically found during standard testing of individuals with no symptoms, which is undoubtedly a positive thing as the consequences of hypertension can be severe. Hypertension is very prevalent and can occur equally in both sexes. What is hypertension? Hypertension is defined as having blood pressure at 140\/90 or above. There are two classifications: Primary (no clear cause): 90-95%.Secondary (caused by another medical condition): 5-10%. There are also four stages to hypertension:&hellip;<\/p>\n","category_list":"<a href=\"https:\/\/movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk\/category\/meditation-center\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Meditation Center<\/a>","author_info":{"name":"Ed Madeley","url":"https:\/\/movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk\/author\/mrosteo\/"},"comments_num":"0 comments","uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":false,"thumbnail":false,"medium":false,"medium_large":false,"large":false,"1536x1536":false,"2048x2048":false},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Ed Madeley","author_link":"https:\/\/movementandwellbeingclinic.co.uk\/author\/mrosteo\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Hypertension (high blood pressure) affects 26% of the worldwide population, and this number continues to increase, and this may rise to 29% by 2025. Unlike most ailments, it is typically found during standard testing of individuals with no symptoms, which is undoubtedly a positive thing as the consequences of hypertension can be severe. 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