Low blood pressure is a condition in which the BP becomes much lower than the normal level. When BP becomes less than 90/60mm Hg, then understand that your BP is low. Many times we become aware of it, but sometimes dizziness, weakness, and even unconsciousness may occur. This problem can happen to anyone at any time. If something like this ever happens to you, you can adopt some home remedies suggested by experts. DR is giving information about this. SUBRAT AKHOURY Director- Cath Lab & Interventional Cardiologist and Head ( Unit-II) MBBS, MD ( Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FSCAI (USA). Dr. Subrata has 24 years of experience. He has handled many challenging cases in his career so far.
According to Dr. Subrata, low BP is not a disease. This problem can be due to unbalanced eating habits, stress, and lack of water. In such a situation, it can be controlled with the help of some home remedies.
Salt
Low blood pressure can also be caused by low sodium levels in the blood. In such a situation, whenever BP is low, consumption of salt can prove effective. If BP is low, add lemon and salt to a glass of water and drink it. With this, BP will start becoming normal. It works as an electrolyte solution.
Sweet
If your BP is low, you can eat something sweet like raw chenna, chocolate etc. Consuming things like this will prevent the BP from falling and it will become normal. However, if you have diabetes then avoids eating sweets or eat only dark chocolate.
Basil
Basil leaves can prove to be very beneficial. It contains an antioxidant called eugenol which regulates BP. Whenever you take BP, immediately chew 4 to 5 basil leaves.
Coffee
Coffee can also be helpful in the case of low blood pressure. The caffeine present in it helps in normalizing BP. Consuming it can give you energy and strength.
Do the exercise
Whenever you take BP, keep clenching and unclenching your fist. This small exercise can improve blood flow and normalize your BP. Apart from this, keep moving your legs, this improves blood circulation.
Experts also say that if you have any medical condition or are taking any BP medicine, then you should contact a doctor and get treatment.
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