High blood pressure (hypertension), occurs when too much pressure is exerted on
the artery walls by the blood

Causes of High Blood Pressure

Although researchers don’t fully understand the cause of high blood pressure, there
are certain factors that increase the chances of a person developing the disease,
including:

  • Age (over 55)
  • Overweight
  • Genetics
  • Using drugs including:
    • Amphetamine-like medications
    • Cocaine
    • Steroids
    • Cyclosporine
    • Decongestants
    • Ephedra
    • Erthropoietin
    • Certain antidepressants
    • Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin
    • COX inhibitors
    • Birth control pills
    • Estrogen replacement pills
  • Lack of exercise
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol abuse
  • A poot diet, high in the following
    • Sodium
    • Saturated fat
    • Trans fatty acids
    • Sugar
    • Refined carbohydrates
    • Caffeine
  • Stress

Supplements to Treat High Blood Pressure

The following supplements can help relieve symptoms of high blood pressure:

Supplement Dosage Precautions
Alpha-Lipolic Acid 200 mg once a day Improved blood sugar levels so diabetics may be able to take less medication.
Arginine 5,000 mg once a day If you have kidney disease, liver disease, or herpes, only take under your doctor’s
supervision.
B-Complex Vitamins 50 to 70 mg once a day
Calcium 500 mg once a day. Do not ingest more than 1,000 to 2,000 mg of calcium a day as to not overdose.
Carnitine 1,000 to 2,000 mg once a day The most efficient form is Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Celery Seed Powder 500 mg once a day Taking for more tan six months can cause an imbalance of arginine. Do not take if
you have diabetes or are allergic to eggs, milk, or wheat.
Coenzyme Q10 60 to 120mg once a day May reduce the effects of blood thinners. May cause diarrhea in dosages over 100mg.
EPA/DHA (fish oil) 2,000mg once a day Make sure to choose the source with Vitamin E to prevent oxidation.
Garlic 10,000 mcg once a day
Hawthorn Berry 160 to 900 mg once a day
Lycopene 10 to 20 mg once a day
Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate) 600 mg to 800mg once a day Talk to your doctor for dosage if you have kidney disease. Stop using and see your
doctor if you experience abdominal pain. Take a lower dose if it causes diarrhea.
Avoid Magnesium Oxide because it is not absorbed by the body well.
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) 1,000 mcg once a day When taking NAC supplements, also take extra Vitamin C, Copper, and Zinc.
Taurine 1,000 to 1,500 mg once a day Take between meals. Discontinue use if you have chest or throat tightness or if
you greak out in hives. DO NOT TAKE WITH ASPIRIN.
Vitamin C 500 mg twice a day Do not take high doses if you are prone to kidney stones or gout. Take Vitamin C as Magnesium Ascorbate. Never take Ascorbic Acid because it causes the body to become acidic and Vitamin C is not stored in the body as Ascorbic Acid.
Vitamin D You should have your blood levels measured by a healthcare provider to determine
the correct dosage.
Vitamin E 400 to 800 IU once a day Take mixed tocopherols, which is the more active type of Vitamin E. If you are taking
a blood thinner, consult your doctor first.
Zinc 25 mg once a day Take Zinc Picolinate or Zinc Citrate as they are better absorbed by the body.