6 Tips to
Reduce Your Blood Pressure
Work
less
Working
less hours is one of the hardest commitments for Americans for multiple reasons.
According to a study done by the University of California, Irvine, those who
worked more than 41 hours a week had an increased risk of hypertension by 15
percent. Try to stick to 40 hours a week in the office. Take advantage of those
vacations days when you can, you deserve it!
Drink
less caffeine
A
study done by Duke University Medical Center found that consuming around three
cups of coffee has a lasting effect on blood pressure. Caffeine tightens blood
vessels, which results in an increase in blood pressure. When caffeine
increases blood flow, it magnifies the feelings of stress you are probably
already feeling. Try to cut down on the coffee and turn to decaf.
Tune
in
Researchers
at the University of Florence in Italy found that listening to calming music
for 30 minutes daily can help lower blood pressure. Listeners who practiced
this daily on top of deep breathing lowered their average systolic reading by
3.2 points. Taking the time every day to listen to music and relax is simple
and effective.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture
is an effective natural treatment for hypertension. Traditional Chinese
Medicine believes that when one has high blood pressure, the body is out of
balance. Acupuncture works to relax the body and mind and return the body’s
natural energy flow back to balance. TCM believes the Liver and Kidney organs
are associated with high blood pressure and focuses on these acupuncture points
to relieve stress.
Massage
therapy
Massage
therapy is well known for reducing stress and hypertension. A study done at the
Wirral Metropolitan College Department of Medicine found that patients
experienced less muscle tension and a lower heart rate after massage therapy
treatment. Massage is non invasive and not only relaxes the body, but the mind
as well.
Lowering
your blood pressure is not something that happens overnight. Sticking to a
healthy diet and exercise plan and finding a natural treatment that works for
you can help you get back on the road to health and reduce stress and
hypertension.
Bishara Wilson, L.Ac., MSTOM, C.SMA
New York Sports Acupuncture
(888) 375-5444
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