What is hypertension?
Hypertension, or High Blood Pressure, can be defined as the force that the blood exerts on the veins and arteries while it circulates around the body.
Blood pressure is controlled by a variety of organs and body systems, including the heart, the blood vessels, the kidneys, the brain and the adrenal glands, as well as the complex interaction between the body systems.
We measure blood pressure by using two different numbers - systolic pressure (the top number) over diastolic pressure (the bottom number). Systolic pressure measures blood pressure as the heart contracts and pushes blood through the arteries. Diastolic pressure is taken when the heart relaxes.
Normal blood pressure is around 120/80 or lower. It is important to note that blood pressure varies from person to person and can fluctuate from moment to moment. One or two high readings does not necessarily mean that you have hypertension or high blood pressure.
If your blood pressure has measured 140/90 or higher on at least two separate occasions, your doctor should recommend a 24 hour BP (blood pressure) monitor, which will show whether your BP remains chronically high. This will help to measure whether you have hypertension or high blood pressure.
What is High-Rite?
High-Rite comes in capsule form and contains herbs which have been carefully selected to balance and regulate blood pressure and also to address some of the contributory factors which may be causing it.
While some of the ingredients in High-Rite specifically target blood vessels which have become constricted, others improve the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively, while also treating and preventing plaque build up in the arteries.
In addition to these properties, High-Rite also helps to reduce stress and boost the body’s ability to fight illness. Each herb is in therapeutic dosage for maximum effect.
What causes hypertension or high blood pressure?
Although the causes are not always known, high blood pressure often runs in families which indicates a strong genetic component.
Risk factors for high blood pressure include smoking, alcohol abuse, obesity, a high salt intake, lack of exercise and stress - and a family history of hypertension and stroke.
Arteriosclerosis, or a thickening, hardening and narrowing of the walls of the arteries is also often associated with high blood pressure.
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How is hypertension or high blood pressure usually treated?
It is very important to take steps to control high blood pressure. If it is left untreated, it can result in heart disease or even stroke.
The good news is that high blood pressure can be well controlled by combining a healthy lifestyle with the correct medical treatment.
This can include synthetic prescription medication, natural remedies or a combination of both. If you are already taking prescription blood pressure medication, it is important to consult your doctor before making any changes.
There are a variety of prescription drugs available for high blood pressure including vasodilators, alpha-blockers, beta-blockers, diuretics, etc. Each has a unique way of working and different drugs may work for better different people.
You may need to try a variety before you find the right drug or combination of drugs suitable for you.
Like many synthetic drugs, anti-hypertensive medication has a risk of causing side effects depending on the person as well as the type of drug being taken.
These can include, dizziness, nausea, stomach problems, fatigue, impotence, insomnia, loss of appetite and others. Always speak to your doctor if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.
What about natural remedies?
There are many well known natural remedies for high blood pressure or hypertension.
Conventional medicines usually treat the symptoms of high blood pressure, but seldom address the underlying causes.
Naturopaths recognize that high blood pressure may be a sign or symptom of imbalance in the body. They believe in removing the causes of high blood pressure with a combination of lifestyle changes and natural remedies, rather than simply treating the symptoms.
Can herbal remedies and dietary supplements really help?
There is a great deal of scientific evidence to suggest that the use of carefully chosen herbal remedies and dietary supplements can help to lower blood pressure, as well as to improve the overall functioning of the heart, arteries and the entire cardiovascular system.
What herbalists have known for centuries has now been clinically proven to be a potentially effective alternative to synthetic blood pressure medication, especially if combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Can I use High-Rite and Aqua-Rite together with my prescription medication for high blood pressure?
Yes, you can - but NOT without first consulting your doctor. These remedies are very effective in normalizing blood pressure and improving heart functioning.
Your doctor should monitor your blood pressure regularly while you are taking our remedies as it is possible that your prescription medication may have to be reduced or even stopped altogether.
If your doctor is not familiar with natural remedies or is unsympathetic towards your quest for a healthier alternative, seek a second opinion.
NOTE: Do not stop using your prescription medication without first consulting your doctor.
If I have high blood pressure but I am not on any prescription drugs can I take High-Rite and Aqua-Rite?
Yes, of course! Using High-Rite and Aqua-Rite, while following a healthy diet and lifestyle may completely normalize your blood pressure and remove the need for prescription drugs.
If you have mild hypertension, these remedies can also prevent problems in the future by acting as cardiac and circulatory tonics.
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