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Home treatment for hypertension

Aside from exercise whats the best way to get rid of hypertension quick?
(29 Oct 2007)

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Home Remedies for Hypertension

Here are some of the most effective home remedies for hypertension:
  • Garlic is a wonderful remedy for hypertension. It helps in reducing blood pressure, cholesterol and triglyceride level. It also aids in increasing blood circulation and inhibits clot formation.


  • Mix 1 tsp of cayenne pepper in ½ cup of warm water and drink.
  • Mix 1/2 onion juice and 1/2 honey and ingest about 2 tbsp once a day for almost 2 weeks.
  • Make a habit of eating one Papaya every day on an empty stomach.


  • Consuming food sources rich in potassium also helps in maintaining blood pressure.
  • Lemon balm has medicinal properties and is effective for heart and circulatory system. You can consume lemon balm either in the form of tea or as a salad dressing.
  • You can also try having nutmeg or saraswat powder along with warm milk.
  • Mix   equal amounts of Winter cherry, Valerian and Gotu kola. Mix these herbs well with warm water or clarified butter and consume the resultant mixture.
  • You can also control hypertension by involving yourself in regular exercise.
  • Avoid salt intake, smoking, alcohol and fried foods.
  • Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Manage stress because stress can worsen the condition and further increase blood pressure.
answered by J on 3 Feb 2008, 11:46:18

 

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