MALIGNANT HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

Malignant high blood pressure is characterized by severely elevated blood pressure that commonly damages major organs and the vascular system in our bodies.

As stated by the New England Journal of Medicine, individuals with signs of this most lethal form of blood pressure have:

• Low levels of potassium in their bloodstream
• Have a blood pH >7.45
• Has excessive aldosterone secretion - a hormone that conserves water and sodium and increases potassium excretion

Usually high blood pressure produces no symptoms, it is silent.

But when malignant high blood pressure, known as Stage 4, is present with readings greater than 210/120 mm Hg, the symptoms are severe.

The symptoms include severe headache, double vision, nosebleed, rapid heartbeat, ringing in the ears and twitching muscles.

Nausea, vomiting and mental confusion can also occur.

You know that any sustained elevation of high blood pressure can affect the small blood vessels, the brain, the retina, the kidneys and the heart.

If you experience any of the above symptoms, run to your cardiologist for treatment in lowering your blood pressure before you develop heart failure, a stroke or a heart attack.

The need for medication is essential.

You may even be hospitalized and given continuous intravenous medicine.

Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure

Try some of these natural ways to lower blood pressure.

Diet

• Eat foods high in fiber
• Consume lots of fruits and vegetables
• Cook foods low in saturated fats
• Consume salmon, mackerel and sardines, they are cold water fish, 2-3 times a week.
• Include nuts frequently in your diet
• Use olive oil as your oil of choice when cooking

Exercise

A word of caution. Before starting any exercise program consult with your doctor.

• Do aerobic exercises at least 5 times a week for 45 minutes
• Include flexibility training - great for your joints
• Resistance training

Include daily multivitamins, multiminerals and supplements such as, Vitamin C, beta-carotene, L-carnitine, coenzyme Q-10, grape seed extract, vitamins B2, B6, B12; Thiamin, folate, magnesium, calcium, copper, zinc, chromium and selenium.

At the same time you must be aware of your own body and mind, and schedule regular visits with your doctor.

A doctor's early detection of high blood pressure is essential for our bodies not to progress to malignant high blood pressure.

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