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How to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally With Hawthorn

Hawthorn is flowering shrub that has been used medicinally for more than 200 years. The plant's leaves and berries are a natural antioxidant that is effective for some people when used to improve circulation, regulate an irregular heartbeat and lower blood pressure. Hawthorn is available at most health food stores and natural living centers.

Things You'll Need

  • List of medications
  • Hawthorn capsules
  • Measuring spoon
  • Dried hawthorn leaves, flowers or berries
  • Mug
  • Boiling water
  • Tea strainer
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Instructions

  1. Understanding How to Use Hawthorn

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      Make an appointment with your doctor to discuss lowering your blood pressure naturally with Hawthorn. Bring a list of all of the medications, vitamins and supplements you take. Some medications may interact negatively with Hawthorn.

    • 2

      Learn the different types of Hawthorn, as well as the dosages that your doctor has decided is safe for you to use as a high blood pressure treatment. You can brew Hawthorn into a tea or take capsules daily. Recommended daily dosages for a standard 2 to 3 percent flavonoid preparation of Hawthorn is 160 to 900 mg.

    • 3

      Follow through on the treatment you and your physician have agreed upon. In many cases, it can take up to six weeks for you to see an improvement in your blood pressure readings when using Hawthorn as a treatment.

    • 4

      Watch for side effects that you may experience during this kind of homeopathic treatment. Some people may feel nauseated, have headaches or feel like their heart is racing. Notify your doctor if you experience these side effects so together you can decide whether to continue treatment.

    Make Tea From the Hawthorn Plant

    • 5

      Place 1 tsp. of dried Hawthorn berries, flowers or leaves into a mug.

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      Pour 1 cup of boiling water into the mug.

    • 7

      Let the tea steep for 5 to 10 minutes. The antioxidant-rich flavonoids that have medicinal properties will be released into the water.

    • 8

      Strain the Hawthorn out of the tea before drinking.

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