Strange as it may seem, the most effective way to take your blood pressure under control is as simple as to keep to a recommended diet and to practice physical activities. For people with diagnosed hypertension relaxation methods can also be useful. Deep breathing and meditation have been long practiced as a mean to take stresses down. Relaxation leads to decreasing your blood pressure, at least for a certain period of time.

You are welcome to discuss with your healthcare professional additional supplements that can be helpful in keeping your blood pressure under control. Among the most well-known of them are cocoa, omega-3 fatty acids, garlic, cod-liver oil, alpha-linolenic acid, calcium, blond psyllium, coenzyme Q-10. These substances have proved their ability to decrease blood pressure. More effective when taken as food, but they are also offered as capsules or pills. Please, note that they can be added to your treatment course only after the approval of a healthcare professional. The reason is that they may interact with other medicines, resulting in undesirable side effects.