Ayurvedic Tips & Remedies to Manage Hypertension

Ayurveda has a multidimensional approach to treating hypertension. Hypertension is considered a condition of Vata and Pitta imbalances. A balanced diet, healthy lifestyle, and good emotional wellness can help control blood pressure levels.

Here are some tips and natural remedies that can help stabilize your blood pressure

• Schedule consistent work, rest, dining, and sleep times.
• Avoid addictions like nicotine and alcohol.
• Practice relaxation techniques like Child’s Pose, Yoga Nidra, and meditation.
• Avoid high-intensity workouts if you are predisposed to hypertension.
• Reduce salt from your diet.
• Drink a minimum of 2 liters of water each day.
• Take a brisk walk to improve your cardio-pulmonary health.
• Improve sleep quality—try to get a minimum of 6 hours of sleep each night.
• Moringa is one of the best herbs to treat hypertension. Make a herbal tea with moringa + cardamom + coriander.

Dr. Resmi V. Rajagopal, BAMS, MS (Ayurveda Gynec), PGDYN

Dr. Resmi is a versatile Ayurvedic physician from Kerala, India, specializing in women’s health and pregnancy care, therapeutic yoga, and nutrition.