What is Hypotension or Low Blood Pressure?
Hypotension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently low. Average blood pressure is considered as 120mm Hg (Upper) and 80mm Hg (Lower) but may slightly vary from individual to individual. A blood pressure reading lower than 90mm Hg (Upper) or 60mm Hg (Lower) is generally considered as Low Blood Pressure of Hypotension.
Causes:
- Dehydration
- Pregnancy
- Heart Problems
- Blood loss or fall in blood volume
- Lack of Nutrients in diet (mainly Vitamin B-12 and iron)
- Side effects of Medications and/or other diseases
- Stress, Anxiety and/or Depression
Symptoms:
- Dizziness or Lightheadedness
- Lack of Concentration
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Blurred or Fading Vision
- Fainting
- Weakness
- Always feeling sleepy
Home Remedies:
- Add Asafetida (Hing) in a glass of butter milk. Consume after each meal.
- Consume Tomatoes, Carrot and Beetroot (Chukandar) daily.
- When ever you find yourself with Low Blood Pressure, consume Sweet Tea, Coffee or Sugar mixed Milk.
- Holy Basil, Honey and Curd
- Extract Juice from 15-20 leaves of Holy Basil (Tulasi).
- Mix with a teaspoon of Honey and a Bowl of Curd.
- Consume every morning and evening.
- Mix 2 teaspoons of Gooseberry and Honey. Consume every morning and evening.
- Increase Salt intake.
- Avoid Alcohol or Alcoholic beverages
- Consume small meals frequently.
- Consume a glass of Orange, Carrot or Sweet Orange daily.
