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After researching literally thousands of information sources I discovered that blood pressure is simply the amount of pressure (like pounds per square inch) it takes for the heart to push blood through your blood vessels into your body, and how much pressure it takes to suck it back. Systolic being the first and diastolic being the second.
Researchers say that 120 (systolic) / (over) 80 (diastolic) is "normal". However, I have found that this varies between age groups, occupations, sexes and races. In my opinion, if your blood pressure is between 110 to 135 systolic and 55 to 85 diastolic, you are healthy. These readings would be when you are resting, not in the middle of any vigorous exercise or under any extreme distress.
Believing the above I theorized that getting blood vessels to be more flexible and getting the heart to be more relaxed should lower blood pressure. Investigating further I found devices being marketed that already worked on these theories. ZonaPLUStm produces a device that exercises the blood vessels through handgrip squeezing. RESPeRATEtm makes a device to aid in slow breathing exercises to relax the heart.
Scientific research shows that both these devices play a role in lowering blood pressure. Then I contemplated combining both these exercises, squeezing and breathing, into one program. After months of additional research and testing © was born. Not only does BPDown © combine both squeezing and breathing exercises into one program, but unlike the $300 price tags of other programs, BPDown © costs only $49 including shipping.
The BPDown © kit provides, 2 squeeze apparatus (tension balls) tested and calibrated to provide appropriate tension for a good grip squeezing exercise designed to improve blood flow, a CD with audio instructions to squeeze correctly and slow down breathing for relaxation, an instruction booklet with directions on how to squeeze and breath properly with a method to practice these techniques anywhere, as well as record sheets and a pen to keep track of your progress.
I'm 69 years old and I've used BPDown for several months. My blood pressure was lowered from 180/90 to 125/75 in just a few weeks. I saw improvement immediately after just one use. Initially I used the BPDown program practically everyday, but now I use it only every other day and my low blood pressure is being maintained.
I carry the tension ball devices with me everywhere. So if I'm in a movie theater, early for an appointment, or watching TV, I just take out the devices and do the exercises.
I found that not only has my blood pressure gone down, but my grip, wrists and forearms are stronger and I feel generally much better. Walking up and down stairs, and bending to pick up stuff are less effort. Even sleeping is better.
I don't know if © will work equally well for everybody, but the price is so low and the other benefits so broad that I think everybody who might benefit from it should give it a try.
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High blood pressure (sometimes called hypertension) is also known as the silent killer because there aren't any real symptoms. Nearly one of every three American adults (65 million people) has high blood pressure and in 2002 high blood pressure was implicated in almost 50,000 deaths. High blood pressure is the 13th largest cause of death in the United States (American Heart Association 2005). Furthermore, studies have estimated that a 55-year-old person who has normal blood pressure has a 90-percent lifetime risk of getting high blood pressure. High blood pressure has resulted in damage to blood vessels in the eyes, heart, brain, and kidneys.
As bleak as this may seem, the good news is that high blood pressure can be controlled by prescription drugs or by natural methods.
Controlling blood pressure naturally is preferred by many people because you avoid the unpleasant side effects that can accompany prescription drugs.
Two of the best natural ways of lowering blood pressure are exercise and diet. You don't have to join a gym to get the exercise you need. Simply committing to walk for 20 to 30 minutes at least 3 times a week can have a positive effect on blood pressure. In addition, there are other benefits for the joints, bones and muscles.
A few modifications to your diet can also do wonders for your blood pressure. Start with reducing the amount of salt. If this is hard for you to do then reduce the amount gradually until you have eliminated it completely. Be aware that processed foods are often high in salt (sodium) so read the label.
Recently another method of controlling blood pressure naturally has emerged. This is called nitric oxide therapy and is the result of the research by Nobel® Laureate Dr. Louis Ignarro. Dr. Ignarro and his team of researchers knew that nitrogen in the form of nitro- glycerin had been used for years to help relieve angina or heart distress but they didn't know how it worked. They discovered that the nitric oxide molecule has a profound effect in dilating arteries and blood vessels which could reduce blood pressure and support cardiovascular health.
The next step was to determine how to create nitric oxide in the body. They found that the amino acid, arginine or L-arginine, causes nitric oxide to be produced in the arteries and blood vessels. They also learned that exercise will have the same effect.
In addition, they discovered that nitric oxide has other beneficial effects which impact the immune system and the nervous system. The popular prescription drug Viagra was developed as a direct result of Dr. Ignarro's nitric oxide research.
The question then was what foods provide a source of arginine. They were many on the list including nuts, red meat, and certain vegetables. Although these were a natural source, there wasn't enough arginine to make a major difference. Dr. Ignarro realized that he would have to create a supplement which would provide enough arginine in significant quantity. The result is a proprietary product called Niteworksâ„¢. Those who are able to use Niteworksâ„¢ have found that they not only are able to control their blood pressure but have realized other benefits including a more restful sleep and greater stamina.
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