High blood pressure is called the silent killer for a good reason.  It both strains the heart and damages delicate organs such as the kidneys, eyes, and the brain.   Yet very often, it causes no symptoms at all until the damage is done.

Diagnosing high blood pressure is pretty straightforward.  We’re all used to having our blood pressure checked as part of a routine exam, and now you can find screening booths in places such as pharmacies and health fairs, or even buy a machine that lets you check at home yourself.

Once diagnosed, the standard medical response is, as usual, drug therapy.

Yes, the drugs work, but at a price.  They have side effects such as dizziness, electrolyte imbalance, impotence, fatigue, and more.  We all would just as soon avoid any of them.

The fact is, if a person is willing to adjust their lifestyle, most people can lower their blood pressure without resorting to drugs.  The only side affect of this approach is increased overall health.

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High Blood Pressure - Natural Treatments

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 A Modest Proposal That May Shock You

Here’s a two-week experiment to help you clear your mind of distorted perceptions.  As a bonus, you’ll find yourself happier.

We all like to think that we have an accurate worldview.  Most of the time, we’re wrong – we have a distorted view of the world around us.

A large part of this distortion occurs because we’re careless about what we let affect our internal filters. 

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Improve Your Worldview

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During crunch time and under stress, what you eat can either bring your energy level up or down.

When under stress, your body needs more nutrients to maintain its energy level. Stress affects your body’s ability to absorb and increases your daily nutrient requirement. Vitamin C, for example, is most important during stress. Inadequate Vitamin C can lead to stress and fatigue and even lowers the defense of your immune system. During stress, your body is more vulnerable to diseases.

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Eating to Fight Stress and Fatigue

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