Hypertension is a chronic elevation of blood pressure, previously defined for diagnostic purposes as exceeding 140/90. Amidst some controversy, more recent guidelines have reclassified hypertension as any value exceeding 130/80. High blood pressure is asymptomatic except in extreme cases but is believed to contribute to the pathogenesis of several important chronic diseases. It is the most important risk factor for stroke and is also an important risk factor for left-sided heart failure, atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, and renal failure. The sympathetic nervous system and renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system have been extensively studied in relation to hypertension. Factors known to contribute include obesity, a high sodium intake, alcohol abuse, smoking, and chronic stress.
Homeopathics
Anxiety HP™- high-potency formula for relief of anxiety and nervousness.**
Arteriotone™- tonifier for the arteries, indicated for relief of circulatory complaints, including swollen extremities, bruised feeling, cold clammy feet, mild burning pains in lower legs, and weakness in limbs.**
Circulapar™- glandular homeopathic for circulatory system support, indicated for relief of cold clammy feet, numbness of limbs, painful calves upon walking, and muscular weakness of the lower extremities.**
* Circulation HP™- (Formerly called Hypert HP) high-potency formula indicated for symptoms of fluid retention and anxiety.**
Nat Mur- single homeopathic remedy indicated for high blood pressure, especially in people who are reserved, inclined to grief, and crave salt.**
Relaxatone™- tonifier for relief of anxiety and stress.**
Tobaccostat™- homeopathic detoxifier for tobacco use, indicated to support smoking cessation and for the chronic effects of smoking.**
Herbals
* Equistacom™- fortifier for the circulatory system, indicated for muscle tension and to promote diuresis.
* Cratagocom I™- (Formerly called Hypertcom) fortifier for the circulatory system, indicated to help maintain healthy blood pressure.
Lipocom™- fortifier for the liver, indicated to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Solidagocom™- fortifier for the kidneys, recommended to support healthy electrolyte balance and fluid regulation.
Stress Formula- Rainforest Botanical formula indicated to support relaxation and stress management.
Valericom™- fortifier for the nervous system, indicated to relieve nervousness and tension.
Nutritionals
Arteriozyme™- enzyme formula designed to promote healthy circulation.
* Co Q-10 C - Coenzyme Q-10 is a powerful antioxidant which supports the health of the cardiovascular system.
D-3 125 MG.- vitamin D sufficiency may lower the risk of hypertension[i].
Enervimin™ Stress Focus- full-spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement to support those under stress.
* Mag-Chlor- highly absorbable form of magnesium, which supports the relaxation of smooth muscle.
Magnesium Potassium Citrate- important mineral for maintaining healthy blood pressure.
Additional Considerations
The most effective lifestyle interventions for controlling high blood pressure are weight loss, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol use, and reducing sodium intake. Patients should be counseled to pay particular attention to the high sodium content of processed foods. A diet rich in plant antioxidants may reduce the risk of long-term complications.
Room colors can affect mood. Blue has a calming effect. Those who have used color therapy suggest blue for lowering blood pressure.
Anxious patients with high in-office blood pressure readings should be encouraged to repeat these measurements at home to rule out so-called “white coat hypertension.”
[i] Vitamin D and risk of future hypertension: meta-analysis of 283,537 participants. Kunutsor SK, Apekey TA, Steur M. Eur J Epidemiol. 2013;28:205–221.
[ii] Sun, et al. Taurine supplementation lowers blood pressure and improves vascular function in prehypertension. Hypertension. 2016;67:541-549.
*Denotes primary remedy.
**These statements are based upon traditional homeopathic practice.
**Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
revised 3/1/21