8 Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Without Medication

Over 70 million Americans suffer from high blood pressure and a further 30 percent have pre-hypertension, making this condition extremely crucial to control.

“While health is important at any age, chronic insults to the arteries such as elevated blood pressure can certainly take their toll over time leading to increased risk for heart disease,” says Dr. Felicia Stoler, MS, RD., an expert consultant in healthy living who specializes in integrating behavior and nutritional modification to influence positive health outcomes.

“It’s important to schedule regular doctors visits especially if you know you have a genetic predisposition to hypertension and monitor your blood pressure regularly with a home device,” she tells Newsmax Health.

While physicians are quick to prescribe medication to lower blood pressure, Dr. Stoler cautions that any medication can have side effects.

“Some people taking ACE inhibitors, for example, can have a dry cough while others suffer from dizziness and have an upset stomach. It’s important to try natural remedies first before diving into drugs.”

Stoler warns that high blood pressure is often called “the silent killer” because it rarely shows symptoms, so monitoring your numbers regularly can be life saving. According to the American Heart Association, ideal blood pressure should be less than 120/80.

Here are some suggestions on how to lower or stabilize hypertension naturally:

[Editor's note: 'Beet juice' has a very high oxalate content, and it may not be a good option for those who are subject to kidney stones.]