How to lower blood pressure naturally.

Garlic and Apple Cider Vinegar to lower high blood pressure

Garlic and apple cider vinegar have long been advocated as home remedies for many health purposes. Research is ongoing, and some of it has been promising when it comes to lowering high blood pressure. Garlic and apple cider vinegar have been cited as ways to restore health. Supporters believe this natural way of fighting high blood pressure can't hurt because of the other benefits these products might possess.

POSITIVE EFFECTS

Small reductions in blood pressure may result from garlic consumption, and it may have positive effects on the cardiovascular system. Research has shown that garlic can lower blood pressure in small amounts, the Mayo Clinic says, but it adds that larger studies are needed to confirm these studies. The evidence is in the preliminary stage as of now.
POSSIBLE REDUCTION

Researchers at the University of Adelaide in Australia analyzed data from studies on garlic preparations with placebo groups and concluded that garlic appeared to reduce blood pressure in people with hypertension. The researchers, who reported their findings in the June 16, 2008, issue of BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, analyzed 11 studies. The researchers noted that animal studies have indicated a reduction in blood pressure with the use of garlic. But human studies have had mixed results.

SUPPORTERS

Although their beliefs are not based on hard evidence, proponents of using garlic to lower blood pressure say garlic or garlic supplements are among the most effective natural products for this purpose. Supporters of using apple cider vinegar for health reasons note that the vinegar is high in many vitamins, including vitamins C, A, E, B1, B2 and B6. Apple cider vinegar also contains potassium, magnesium and copper, nutrients they say contribute to lowering high blood pressure.

VINEGAR BENEFITS

Advocates of consuming apple cider vinegar say it has been found to lower blood pressure, though research is still not conclusive. Apple cider vinegar may also offer other benefits, such as lowering cholesterol.
 Credits By Jerry Shaw Jan 20, 2010