While getting a physical examination, the nurse took my blood pressure:
107/70.
Sound good? It’s a little too low.
The nurse said, “Okay, blood pressure is fine.”
Again – this is a little too low.
Since the exam, I have been working to make sure I have proper electrolyte balance and fluid intake.
Most people are making sure the numbers don’t exceed the currently established norm of 120/80 (140/90 used to be normal but is now considered hypertensive.)
But what happens if they are too low?
If the blood pressure runs low, the kidneys don’t properly clear and filtrate fluids. Also, low blood pressure may be a sign of subclinical yet underlying health issues, such as cardiovascular or endocrine dysfunction.
Some quick tips:
1. If you can, at more meat or meat stock soups. Meat builds the blood and prevents anemia with rich iron. Anemia is linked to blood pressure.
2. Consume more iodized sea salt. Electrolytes are crucial for proper blood volume. Get hydrated -really hydrated – by combining water with a pinch of sea salt. Iodine optimizes thyroid function, which has a large effect on blood pressure.
3. Lift weights. Strong muscles make strong vessels, which help to optimize blood pressure.
4. Get rest. Taxing the adrenals with no sleep and stress can lead to poorly managed blood pressure.
5. Check blood level B vitamin and red blood cell counts. Energy deficiency and improper cell oxygenation can result in low blood pressure.
6. Belly breathe. Breathing drills can optimize blood pressure. Bind all that iron to ample oxygen with ample, quality belly breaths.
7. Acupuncture and herbal medicine works wonders for optimizing blood pressure by optimizing circulation, based on your individual Chinese medical pattern of diagnosis.
– Dr. Kathy Dooley