Low Blood Pressure

We are always concerned about high blood pressure, but what about

 low blood pressure.  Well, basically it is caused by poor blood flow in the body.

When a person is sitting or lying down and when they get up the blood
 accumulates in the veins and for a brief time less the blood flows up to the heart
 and brain,

 and this shortage of blood flow is what cause the pressure to drop.

People who suddenly get dizzy, or have a rapid heartbeat or blackouts when
 getting up or standing too long can be a sign of low blood pressure.

Signs can be sweating, fatigue, paleness, sleep problems, and difficulty
 concentrating.  Medicinal plants can help increase circulation like rosemary or hawthorn both

 help to strengthen the circulatory system.

Are You Feeling Stressed? Then Try Qi Gong

Are you feeling stress? Are you having trouble sleeping? Then you should try a the healing art that is older than the better known Tai chi the Chinese therapy of Gi gong which uses breathe, meditation and movement.

Chinese medicine believes we have a life energy force that flows through our bodies and “gong” represents exercise. The practice of Gi gong increases the flow of vital energy in the body to increase physical and emotional health.

All precise movements and meditation help promote relaxation and stimulation. People who practice Gi gong has reduced stress, fought off illness, and maintained mental and physical endurance.

Qigong has been linked to lowering high blood pressure, slowing the aging process and increasing the body's level of endorphins. Qi gong is done in very slow motion which helps the body to relax and the mind to focus.

For maximum benefits it is best practice Gi gong daily so that it becomes part of your daily routine. Make sure that you are relaxed when you practice and take your time for deep breathing. This exercise will not only relieve stress, tension, nervousness, and sleeplessness, but  will help you  to steady your blood pressure, improve muscular and joint flexibility.

Belly Dancing And Losing Weight

Belly dancing has many benefits and is a great way to tone and lose weight. I posted 5 ways to use belly dancing for well being.

http://www.listmyfive.com/c073b8a3/The-Top-Five-Reasons-That-Belly-Dancing-Can-Beneficial-to-Your-Emotional-Health

Green Tea Benefits

Many of you have heard about the great benefits you receive  just drinking green tea. From losing weight, with it's metabolism boosting abilities, to high blood pressure and much more.. The many benefits are numerous and I explain more in my article..

For more information I wrote an article about it if interested check it out at;

http://www.ymidoingthis.com/health/the-benefits-green/

High Blood Pressure

There is nearly one out of every three adults who have hypertension worldwide- which is known as the “silent killer”. High blood pressure can affect people of all shapes, sizes, and age.  High blood pressure occurs when the smallest arteries also known as “arterioles” constrict, causing the heart to pump harder in order to distribute the blood throughout the body. Since the heart is a muscle- the harder it works the bigger it gets; what can happen is an enlarged heart.

Pressure against the walls of the arteries occurs when the heart contracts (systolic) pressure, and when the heart relaxes between beats (diastolic) pressure.  The pumping of the heart and how well it works circulating the blood throughout the body can be affected by many factors, health, heart muscle, and elasticity of the artery walls.
Stress, alcohol, nicotine, drugs and weight often lead to heart disease. Blood pressure can fluctuate but a normal range is 120/80. When the hearts systolic reaches 140 and the diastolic exceed 90- disease is present. Left untreated it can cause –strokes, heart attacks, and kidney failure. Controlling blood pressure can cut your stroke to 30-40%, and heart attacks 20-25%.

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is blocked due to a blood clot. A heart attack occurs when blood supply to the heart muscle is blocked.
There are methods that can be taken to control your blood pressure by diet, exercise, life style and natural remedies. Reduce your stress the best way you can, try yoga, aerobic exercises, walking, and hiking. Avoid smoking completely and lose weight. Just these few methods will enable you be able to control or prevent high blood pressure.

 Diet is important and you need to watch your cholesterol levels which if they are high, can put you at risk of cardiovascular disease. Cut back on red meat, eggs, salt, and foods high in fats. Be watchful of caffeine and alcohol they constrict the blood vessels so take these in moderation. Easting fish is recommended because it has unsaturated fatty acids that can have the effect of lowering blood pressure. By just losing 10 pounds you can lower your blood pressure.