5 drinks that can help lower your blood pressure quickly
High blood pressure is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls rises. If untreated, it can lead to a hypertensive crisis or emergency, increasing the risk of stroke, or heart attack. It can be caused due to unhealthy lifestyle choices, or health conditions like obesity or diabetes. Here are five homemade drinks that can lower blood pressure quickly.
Beet juice
Loaded with nitrate, beet juice helps lower your blood pressure levels by improving the flow of blood in your body. According to a clinical trial, people who drank two cups of fresh beet juice daily experienced a reduction in their high blood pressure levels. The drop in blood pressure usually happens around 30 minutes after drinking it and the effect stays for 24 hours.
Spinach banana smoothie
Rich in potassium, this smoothie will facilitate nerve communication and muscle movements while reducing tension in your blood vessels. Doctors often recommend a potassium-rich diet to lower high blood pressure. Add chopped spinach to a mixer and blend well. Add chopped ripe bananas, water, and orange juice and blend well until smooth. Garnish with healthy nuts, seeds, and honey, and serve chilled.
Ginger mango smoothie
Rich in proteins, this ginger mango smoothie will help control your blood pressure levels and prevent bacterial, viral, and fungal infections in the body. The vitamin C in it will also help delay signs of aging. Add cooked red lentils, fresh chopped ginger, ripe mango chunks, carrot juice, honey, ice cubes, and cardamom powder to a mixer and blend well. Serve chilled.
Hibiscus tea
Hibiscus tea contains an essential antioxidant called anthocyanin which helps lower both your systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels and reduce the risk of developing heart ailments. It also promotes weight loss and protects against different bacteria strains. Steep some dried hibiscus flowers in boiling water for 10-15 minutes. Add some honey, stir well, and serve hot. You can have around three cups daily.
Pineapple yogurt smoothie
This pineapple yogurt smoothie, rich in vitamin C, citric acid, and minerals, offers numerous health benefits. It can help reduce blood pressure and aid in weight loss due to its high dietary fiber content. Blend yogurt and almond milk, then add chopped spinach, banana, chia seeds, maple syrup, and pineapple, and blend well. Pour into a glass and serve chilled.
