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Treat Hypertension at Home
Treat Hypertension at Home

Flip a coin, heads or tails. You have about the same odds of landing on heads as you do having hypertension. Yes, almost 50% of Americans have been diagnosed with high blood pressure. 

 

That’s an incredibly high percentage! 

 

But there are a few activities you can do at home to treat hypertension. This is true whether you’ve been diagnosed already or if you’re simply at risk for the disease. 

 

At Five Journeys, we believe in lifestyle changes and health coaching to treat many long-term and chronic conditions like hypertension. Most of us don’t need complex therapies or invasive surgeries to improve our health outcomes. We simply need to improve our health habits and live vibrant lives. 

 

For more information on treating hypertension, get in touch with the Five Journeys team!

 

Health Risks of Hypertension

Hypertension is a serious health risk. It leads to over 600,000 deaths in the USA each year, and data has shown that heart disease has been the leading cause of death for years. This is a serious matter. If you are at risk for hypertension, you should begin treatment and lifestyle changes immediately.

 

If you have hypertension, you could face these serious dangers:

 

1. Aneurysm

Arteries may bulge and put pressure on key organs. The aneurysm can also burst, leading to life threatening internal bleeding.

 

2. Coronary artery disease

Weakened arteries can weaken blood flow to the heart, causing serious complications.

 

3. Heart failure

High blood pressure can cause the heart to work overtime. Eventually, the heart will stop working completely.

 

4. Stroke

If a blood clot forms in the arteries, the brain can lose access to its oxygen supply. This leads to a stroke, brain damage, and possible death.

 

5. Kidney failure

Hypertension can cause the kidneys to work less effectively. If this happens, dangerous toxins can collect in the body.

 

6. Sexual dysfunction

High blood pressure can also lead to sexual dysfunction like low libido and erectile dysfunction.

 

How to Treat Hypertension at Home

Now that you know the dangers of hypertension, it’s time to take treatment seriously. The good news is that many treatments are easy, inexpensive, and accessible to all! Treating hypertension at home has never been easier.

 

1. Exercise

Try to get your heart rate up at least five times a week. Even a light jog or gardening can keep your heart healthy. During the day, make sure you get up and walk around to improve circulation. There are many ways to exercise at home.

 

2. Add These Foods to Your Diet

Some foods are better for your heart than others. Take a look at your weekly diet and see if there’s room for more fish, berries, nuts, and oats. Finally, consider eating at home instead of eating out. This is usually the healthier option.

 

3. Cut Alcohol

Alcohol exacerbates hypertension in two ways. One, it can increase your blood pressure. Two, it can counteract blood pressure medications, leading to a dangerous combination. If you have high blood pressure, don’t drink more than one alcoholic beverage a day.

 

4. No Smoking

Smoking is linked to high blood pressure and cancer. There are no good medical reasons to smoke, so cut this habit as soon as possible.

 

5. Sleep 7-9 Hours

Sleep reduces stress and allows the body to heal itself. Make sure you’re getting plenty of rest as you work toward treating hypertension at home.

 

6. Relax and Destress

Consider ways to destress at home to prevent hypertension. High blood pressure gets worse when you’re stressed, so therapy, meditation, and stretching are excellent choices. 

 

Get Functional Medicine Treatment for Hypertension

Medication is often not enough to treat hypertension. You need a partner to come alongside you to coach you toward success. At Five Journeys, our doctors provide you with a personalized hypertension treatment plan that will carve a clear path toward heart health. As we mentioned before, lifestyle changes are critical if you want to live a long, healthy life.

 

Today, sign up for a free consultation with Five Journeys. During this call, our team will listen to what you have to say (not too common for doctors these days!). Then once we determine if we’re a good fit for your condition, we will work on a customized treatment plan for you.

 

We know hypertension can be a scary diagnosis. But there’s still hope! Let’s start right away on lowering the risks associated with hypertension at home. Take advantage of your complimentary consultation today!

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