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Garlic for Hypertension and Cholesterol

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

Garlic has always been considered within those foods that provide benefits for both cholesterol level and hypertension. Is that their effect on the blood, through various active ingredients in it, is positive for these purposes.

The substances involved in blood and which would be directly affected blood pressure levels and cholesterol are allicin (hypotensive capabilities), the ajocisteína (anticoagulant) and allyl mercaptan (cholesterol-lowering and antihypertensive), among others.

This is how, through studies and medical foundations in several countries have suggested that garlic can be safely included every day to control cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular risk factors. (more…)

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Alternative Treatments for Hypertension

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010

Hypertension is a disease that, fortunately, can be treated through various alternative therapies that do not necessarily force you to consume drugs to control your high blood pressure. Homeopathy, herbal medicine and acupuncture also offer their knowledge to be able to get it.

Homeopathy is always good options to offer the hand of his special preparations. Of course, you should consult a specialist to provide the remedies you mentioned, but some sources reveal, however, that some as Aconitum napellus, Baryta carb, Lachesis or phosphorus are used for high blood pressure. (more…)

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