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Blood Pressure Support
Blood pressure is the force of blood, pushing against the inner walls of arteries. Each time our heart beats, it pumps blood into the arteries. Blood pressure is highest when our heart beats, while pumping blood. The force of circulating blood on arterial walls, is what is called blood pressure and healthy blood pressure is important for the proper flow of blood, from the heart to the body’s organs and tissues. Each heart beat is responsible for pumping blood, to the rest of the body.
Blood Pressure Support Nutrients
- EPA and DHA are essential omega 3 fats that support healthy heart nutrition and function, supporting healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
- Coenzyme Q10 is an antioxidant and precursor to energy production in the heart. Ubiquinol and Ubidecarenone are considered good forms of this fat soluble, vitamin nutrient, which plays a significant role in supporting healthy blood pressure.
- Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) – extract supports healthy blood vessel tone, blood pressure regulation and heart health.
- Magnesium – provides relaxation for the heart, arteries and blood vessels.
Blood Pressure Support Tips
- Stay active. Movement supports healthy blood pressure.
- Enjoy healthy essential fats and limit saturated fats.
- Support a health stress response and manage busyness.
- Manage a healthy weight with diet and exercise.
- Liver health and bowel function support is vital for heart health.
FAQ's
Healthy blood pressure is vital in the body. Without blood pressure, the force that moves blood through our circulatory system, for oxygen and nutrients to reach our tissues and organs by way of our arteries, blood vessels and capillaries, would not be distributed efficiently. Blood Pressure is an integral part of physical function.
Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is very important, as having high blood pressure raises the chances for serious health concerns. All of the body's important organs, the brain and heart, receive nutrients and oxygen through blood flow and healthy blood pressure plays a significant role in this.
The following foods can help support healthy blood pressure; green leafy vegetables, berries, beans and pulses, seeds, oily fish, citrus fruits and carrots, can be added to your diet to support and maintain optimal blood pressure levels.