5 herbal teas that help lower blood pressure safely

In addition to medication, some herbal teas have been scientifically proven to lower blood pressure naturally. These teas contain active ingredients that help dilate blood vessels and reduce inflammation.

Herbal teas that can help lower blood pressure safely and naturally include:

Hibiscus herbal tea offers wonderful health and relaxation benefits

Hibiscus tea contains many antioxidants anthocyanin and polyphenol, which have vasodilating effects, reducing both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Some research evidence shows that drinking 2-3 cups of hibiscus tea a day can reduce systolic blood pressure by an average of 5-7 mm Hg, equivalent to the effect of some mild treatment drugs, according to the health website Healthline (USA).

Chamomile tea helps reduce stress and regulate blood pressure.

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Not only that, hibiscus tea also reduces "bad" LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. However, people who are taking diuretics or aspirin should consult their doctor because some interactions with hibiscus tea may occur.

Green tea

Green tea is rich in the powerful antioxidant EGCG, which has vasodilating, anti-inflammatory, and blood pressure-regulating effects. Research from Oxford University (UK) shows that drinking 5-6 cups/day can significantly reduce systolic blood pressure and "bad" LDL cholesterol.

Hawthorn tea

Hawthorn fruit, also known as hawthorn fruit, contains nutrients that help dilate blood vessels, improve circulation, and help lower blood pressure. A study published in the journal Advances in Integrative Medicine found that taking hawthorn fruit extract capsules or drops significantly reduced blood pressure in people with mild hypertension. This effect occurred after at least 12 weeks of use. The beneficial active ingredients of hawthorn fruit can also be absorbed when drinking hawthorn tea.

Chamomile tea

Chamomile tea has a relaxing and stress-relieving effect, which indirectly helps to lower blood pressure. The flavonoids, terpenoids, and coumarins in chamomile tea have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and blood pressure-regulating properties.

Green artichoke tea

Green artichoke is a familiar plant to many people. Artichoke contains cynarin and chlorogenic acid which have the ability to dilate blood vessels, act as an antioxidant, reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure.

Research published in the journal Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition found that in patients with metabolic syndrome, artichoke extract helped reduce both systolic blood pressure and "bad" LDL cholesterol, according to Healthline.

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