Low blood pressure is a common problem among young women. It can manifest itself in unpleasant ways such as fatigue, paleness or dizziness. Even if all this is nothing dramatic, we can well do without it. And because medication isn’t always the best solution, we’ve put together a list of food and drinks that are effective low blood pressure remedies. And you most likely already have them at home.
Low blood pressure symptoms and remedies
When blood pressure drops below the limit of 100 to 60 mmHg, it is considered low. Having low diastolic blood pressure (hypotension) is not always a bad thing, and many people are unaware that their blood is flowing through their arteries at such a low pressure. Others, on the other hand, repeatedly struggle with mild to moderate effects of low blood pressure.
The following symptoms may be due to low blood pressure:
- Cold hands and feet
- Paleness
- Shivering
- Palpitations
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
If you know one or more of these symptoms, and you would rather banish them from your daily life, you can try these home remedies for raising low blood pressure naturally and quickly.
Rosemary
Most people are unaware that rosemary has true healing powers in addition to its characteristic flavor. It contains essential oil, which boosts blood circulation and thus raise blood pressure. A few drops of rosemary oil in mineral water or in the bathtub not only tastes or smells good, but is a quick remedy for aches and pains caused by low blood pressure. Alternatively, you can simply brew a tea from fresh rosemary sprigs.
Beetroot
The deep red beet is not to everyone’s taste, but its medicinal properties can convince everyone. The nitrogen monoxide it contains naturally enriches the oxygen levels of the blood and also dilates the blood vessels. As a result, beet can stimulate the entire circulatory system. To do just that, you can drink pure beet juice or mix beetroot powder into water or your smoothie.
Alternating showers
Yep, this one’s difficult. However, taking an alternate shower can help to alleviate low blood pressure problems quickly. To do this, shower your body first with warm to hot water, followed by the coldest water possible. If you find it too difficult, especially on the upper body, you can shower only your legs with warm or cold water.
Licorice root
Anyone who suffers from dizziness should take a closer look at this root plant. The licorice root contains glycyrrhizin, which raises blood pressure and can therefore naturally counteract, for example, unpleasant blackness after standing up too quickly. Those who do not have low blood pressure should consume the root in moderation. The best and most delicious way to drink licorice root is as a tea. You may also blend dried licorice root with any other loose tea to naturally sweeten it.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is also one of the natural home remedies that can raise your low blood pressure. Freshly squeezed lemon juice, for example, may be easily incorporated into daily life as an addition in mineral water or tea. Vegetables like spinach, red bell peppers, and broccoli are also high in vitamin C and should therefore be a regular part of your diet if your low blood pressure is causing you problems from time to time.
Summary
What drinks help with low blood pressure?
- Rosemary tea
- Pure beet juice or beetroot smoothie
- Licorice root tea
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice or lemon water
- Ayran (yogurt, water and salt) or kefir with salt
What foods helps with low blood pressure?
- Leafy green vegetables such as spinach
- Red paprika
- Broccoli
- Beets
- Citrus fruits
- Berries
