Guest guest Posted December 22, 1999 Report Share Posted December 22, 1999 Good morning list, Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the resistance to blood flow in the arteries. Resistance to blood flow is affected by the diameter of the small arteries. In general, the more blood your heart pumps and the smaller the arteries, the higher your blood pressure. Your kidneys regulate the volume of water circulating in your body and the amount of salt your body contains. More salt in your body means that more water is retained in your circulation and may cause an increase in blood pressure. More salt in your body also may increase the tendency for blood vessels to narrow. Less salt means a trend to lower pressure. The main factor in most cases of high blood pressure is an increase in resistance to blood flow. This can occur if the diameter of your arterioles becomes smaller. Your heart has to work harder to pump the same amount of blood, and the pressure at which the blood is pumped increases. Essential oils such as clary sage, lavender, lemon, marjoram, and ylang ylang may actually reduce high blood pressure. Massage and baths with these oils and blends can help by relaxing you. In many cases a low or no sodium diet is important. Low fat, caffeine free, alcohol free diet can reduce blood pressure. Loosing weight is also important. Exercise and stress reduction techniques (Breathing, Meditation, Yoga) can further reduce blood pressure. Try this blood pressure reducing bath 4 drops ylang ylang 3 drops clary sage 2 drops marjoram add to tub of warm water after the bath is drawn. Disperse with your hand. Soak for 20 minutes. In Happiness, Guruji Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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