Hey there! Do you ever feel light-headed or dizzy
when you stand up too quickly or exert yourself? If so, you may be experiencing
low blood pressure, also known as hypotension.

Despite its less prominent status compared to high
blood pressure, hypotension can still be a serious condition that requires
proper management.

If you’ve ever fainted or felt extremely tired for
no apparent reason, hypotension may be to blame. The condition can also be
linked to underlying health issues such as heart disease or endocrine
disorders.

But don’t worry, understanding hypotension doesn’t
have to be complicated. In this blog post, we’ll dive into everything you need
to know about hypotension, from its underlying causes and common symptoms to
practical tips for managing the condition and improving your overall
well-being. So let’s get started!

What is it?

Hypotension is a condition where your blood pressure
drops below the normal range of 90/60 mmHg. When your blood pressure is too
low, you may experience symptoms like dizziness, fainting, and fatigue.

Hypertension and Hypotension

Hypertension and hypotension are two conditions that
involve abnormal blood pressure levels. Hypertension, also known as high blood
pressure, is defined as a reading of 130/80 mmHg or higher. Hypotension, on the
other hand, is when blood pressure drops below the normal range of 90/60 mmHg.

It’s important to understand the differences between
hypertension and hypotension to ensure proper management and treatment of these
conditions.

Causes

• Dehydration
• Blood loss
• Heart problems, such as
  bradycardia (slow heart rate) or heart attack
• Endocrine disorders,
  such as thyroid disease or adrenal insufficiency
• Certain drugs, such as
  beta-blockers or diuretics
• Pregnancy

Symptoms

• Dizziness
  or lightheadedness
• Feeling
  dizzy or at risk of fainting
• Blurred
  vision or visual disturbances
• Fatigue
  or weakness
• Nausea
  or vomiting
• Rapid
  or shallow breathing
• Cold,
  clammy skin
• Confusion
  or difficulty concentrating
• Rapid
  or weak pulse
• Thirst or dry mouth

Treatment
without MEDICATIONS!!!

1. Hydration Is The Key!!

A
typical reason for low blood pressure is dehydration. Every day, you should
consume two to three litres of water.

 Besides this, include naturally
healthy drinks like coconut water, in your low blood pressure diet. They
will provide you with the electrolytes you need to keep the fluids in your body
balanced.

Pomegranate juice is rich in antioxidants called polyphenols and may
help you balance your blood pressure. 

Water is one of the finest remedies for
treating dehydration, so make sure you drink plenty of it throughout the day.

2.
Add Almonds And Raisins To Your Daily Diet!!

Almonds and raisins are the simplest
home remedy for low blood pressure. The best natural treatment for hypotension
is raisins.

A couple of them can be soaked in
water overnight and eaten the next morning with nothing else in your stomach.

Also, you can drink the water that
they were soaked in. Do this for a few weeks and you will definitely
notice a difference in your blood pressure levels.  

Almonds are another alternative
home remedy for low blood pressure. You can follow the same procedure
of soaking them in water overnight like raisins.

3. Have
Small Frequent Meals !!

The best way is to have small meals frequently
and to avoid skipping meals. If you skip a meal it affects your body in
a lot of negative ways. Dropping blood pressure is one of them.

If you will not provide your body
with an adequate amount of nutrients it will obviously not work properly. So
try to get knowledge of what are your body’s requirements and eat your food
according to that. 

For this purpose, you need to consult a dietitian. So I am a
Dietitian and nutritionist by profession and you can contact me on Instagram by
clicking here.

4. Drink Carrot Juice

Carrot juice improves blood circulation
and regulates blood pressure levels. Start your day with fresh carrot
juice. You may add a little honey to it.

 This acts as a natural
remedy for hypotension. Drink it twice daily on an empty stomach for best
results.

5. Eat Adequate Salt (Not Too Much)

Excess
salt is bad, but on the other hand, it is required by your body in moderate
quantities. Your daily diet must contain at least one teaspoon of added salt
besides what you derive naturally from fruits and vegetables. 

Meals containing
a lot of salt can make you have high blood pressure. Good sources of it include
olives, cottage cheese, and canned soup or tuna. If you wish, you can also
season your food with either table salt or sea salt.

Keep some
lime water with a pinch of salt in summer or if you exercise daily. Salt works
like an instant pick-me-up.

 Make sure you only have a little of it as it may
lead to problems like water retention along with high blood pressure.

The Final
Note:

In
conclusion, hypotension or low blood pressure can be a challenging condition to
manage, but there are various lifestyle changes and natural remedies that can
help alleviate symptoms without the use of medication. 

We can manage hypotension and improve overall health and well-being with patience and perseverance.      

Let me know in the comment section what you think about what is more common whether hypotension or hypertension.