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The Silver Bullet Fraud

What is Blood Pressure?

What is High Blood Pressure?

What causes High Blood Pressure? (HBP)

What pharmaceuticals are prescribed to reduce HBP?

What are the side effects of HBP reducing pharmaceuticals?

What has Research shown to reduce High Blood Pressure?

What foods will lower High Blood Pressure?

What dietary supplements will lower High Blood Pressure?

The Health Industry claims to have the answers to all of these question but their answers have been found suspect due to the large income received as a result. Nevertheless, these questions must needs be answered truthfully.

For Answers to these questions, please see the below sections.

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The High Blood Pressure

The Health Industry Wants You as a Believer:

According to the Health Industry: "High blood pressure, also called hypertension is dangerous because it makes the heart work harder to pump blood out to the body and contributes to: hardening of the arteries, kidney disease, stroke, and to the development of heart failure."

This quote is commonly used by doctors, in fact by the entire Health Industry. Even a good friends and a spiritual brother who works in the Health Industry told me on that if I did not start immediately taking blood pressure drugs, my HBP would cause my kidneys to fail. Two months later on Day 409 JO, he checked it again and found it to be much better and asked me in wonderment, What did you do?.

...to Bow down in the Temple to the Silver Bullet, and

The above quote by the Health Industry is misleading in that from it most people would conclude that HBP is the cause of all the subsequent health problems. In fact HBP is not the cause but instead is just part of the long list of health problems, all of which are not caused by the level of your blood pressure, but in truth is caused almost wholly by what a person eats.

Find the cause of HBP and you will find the cause of all the other health problems as well. Assuredly, the cause of these health problems is not HBP but from my research stems primarily from the toxins which have been added to processed foods, as is discussed in The Methinks in the section On HFCS.

...to Follow Blindly the Temple Priests and their Prescriptions for New Life

However, in their making statements such as the one in the above quote, the Health Industry is endeavoring to cause in people intense fear of high blood pressure, not to mention the other health problems, and then incite in the same people a deep felt desire to eagerly follow the Health Industry's recommendations to bow down in their temple to the Silver Bullet. Yes, according to the Health Industry, the latest cure for all of the ails of mankind is already on the shelf at the temple just waiting for you to head in to bow down before their altar.

Is the Quote from the Health Industry True?

First, I can not fault my friend in his sincere concern for me despite the fact that I perceive that his concern is only a parroting from what he has been taught in the school where he trained to become a respiratory therapist.

However, in my research, I have found that the above quote from the Health Industry is not only inaccurate but misleading. Particularly, that part of the quote where it states that HBP contributes to hardening of the arteries, kidney disease, stroke, and to the development of heart failure.

In fact, the first portion of the above Health Industry quote can be said to be true, but the part about what HBP contributes to is a far stretch from the truth, as we will see in the following information.

The Blood Pressure

What is Blood Pressure?

Blood pressure is the measure of the force of blood pushing against blood vessel walls. The heart pumps blood through the arteries and into the blood vessels, which then carries the blood throughout the body.

During your heart beats, when the left ventricle of the heart contracts, the heart pumps blood through the arteries to the rest of the body. This pumping action creates internal pressure within the arteries and the maximum arterial pressure created during any heart beat is called systolic blood pressure. Then between heart beats, when the pressure in the arteries is at the lowest pressure level, this pressure is call the diastolic blood pressure. When a reading is taken of you blood pressure, the reading is displayed as two number; the top number is the systolic and the bottom number is the diastolic. The reading is normally displayed as the systolic over the diastolic, highest over lowest.

Blood pressure is measured with a simple, painless test using a blood pressure devise, called a sphygmomanometer. It consists of a small pressure gauge that is attached to an inflatable cuff. When measuring blood pressure, a stethoscope is used to listen to the blood moving through an artery. The cuff is normally wrapped around your upper arm and inflated to a pressure higher than your systolic blood pressure. As the cuff deflates, the first sound, a whooshing noise, heard through the stethoscope indicate the systolic blood pressure on the pressure gauge. When this sound goes away, that indicates the diastolic blood pressure level on the pressure gauge.

Currently, there are devises that measure blood pressure automatically, quickly and can be found in many d-marts. Before having your reading taken, note that blood pressure can be affected, often adversely by caffeine and exercise. For an accurate reading, avoid these at least an hour before the reading is taken.

What is High Blood Pressure?

According to the Health Industry, (pharmaceutical-medical industry) normal blood pressure has a systolic reading of less than 120 and a diastolic reading of less than 80 which would be displayed as 120/80.

Prehypertension

Prehypertension is a term the Health Industry uses to describe the first level of high blood pressure which has systolic reading in the range between 120-139 over a diastolic reading in the range of 80-89. (120/80 to 139/89)

Stage 1 High Blood Pressure

Stage 1 HBP has a reading or 140-159 over 90-99. (140/90 to 159/99)

Stage 2 High Blood Pressure

Stage 2 HBP has a reading of 160 and up over 100 and up. (160/100 and up.)

Furthermore, the Health Industry specifies that in people over age 60, high blood pressure is 150 and above over 90 and above. (150/90)

The Cause of High Blood Pressure

What Causes High Blood Pressure?

According to the Health Industry, the exact causes of high blood pressure are not known.

Still they mention that several factors and conditions may play a role in its development, including: chronic kidney disease; disorder of adrenal; disorder of thyroid; ethnic background; family history of HBP; genetics; high alcohol intake; high coffee intake; high fat diet; high salt intake; illegal drug use; low birth weight; mental stress; older age; overeating; obesity/overweight; pregnancy; physical inactivity; sleep apnea; smoking and I suspect the Health Industry will claim other things as time passes.

With a list such as this, methinks no one has a chance of not having HBP. The statistics say that one in every three adults have HBP.

However, I continue to believe that We are What we Eat.

The Drugs

According to the Health Industry,

Regardless of the cause, the Health Industry claims that the only way to lower your blood pressure is to take one or more of their silver bullets, the HBP drugs.

There are numerous types of HBP drugs including: alpha blockers, alpha-2 receptor agonist, angiotension convertin enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotension II receptor blockers (ARBs), beta blockers, calcium channel blockers (CCBs), central agonists, diuretics, peripheral adrenergic inhibitors, renin inhibitor, and vasodilators. Which one is best for the patient is usually determined by the doctor.

My doctor made his professional choice for my medication by saying, "This is the one most often prescribed."

What are the side effects of HBP drugs?

Different classes of HBP drugs have different side effects. The following is the short list: digestive problems, dizziness, fainting, flushing, increased blood sugar or type 2 diabetes, lightheadedness, liver damage, muscle pain and damage, neurological damage, and rash. Below are more detailed list for each class of HBP drugs.

Alpha blockers: dizziness, drowsiness, fainting, headache, increased heart rate, lightheadedness, nausea, postural hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up), sensitivity to cold, and weakness.

Alpha-2 receptor agonist: dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, fainting, headache, lightheadedness, and weakness.

ACE inhibitors: chronic (dry, hacking) cough, dizziness, fainting, headache, kidney damage or reduced kidney function, lightheadedness, loss of taste, low blood pressure (hypotension), skin rash.

ARBs: diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, hyperkalemia (increased blood potassium), lightheadedness, upper respiratory tract infections, upset stomach, and.

Beta blockers: asthma, chest pain, cold hands and feet, depression, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, dizziness, drowsiness, fainting, fatigue, frequent urination, heart attack, impotence, insomnia, lightheadedness, sensitivity to cold, sensitivity to sunlight, slow heartbeat, sudden death, tiredness, upset stomach, and weakness.

CCBs: bleeding gums, constipation, dizziness, fainting, flushing, headaches, heartburn, irregular heart beat (palpitations), lightheadedness, nausea, swollen ankles and other extremities.

Central agonists: anemia, constipation, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, drop in blood pressure (when standing), dry mouth, erection problems, fainting, fever, headache, heartburn, high blood pressure, impotence, inability to fall asleep, lightheadedness, nightmares, skin reactions, sleepiness, sluggishness, stuffy nose, stomach aches, and weakness.

Combined alpha-beta blockers: dizziness, fainting, headache, increased heart rate, lightheadedness, nausea, postural hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up), and weakness.

Diuretics: blood sugar levels fluctuations, decreased muscular function, dehydration, dizziness, erection problems, fainting, fatigue, frequent urination, gout, impotence, leg cramps, lightheadedness, male breast enlargement, potassium loss, sensitivity to cold, sensitivity to sunlight, skin reactions, thirst, upset stomach, and weakness.

Renin inhibitor: cough, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, heartburn, lightheadedness, skin rash, and stomach pain.

Peripheral Adrenergic Inhibitors: depression, diarrhea, dizziness, drop in blood pressure (when standing), erection problems, fainting, heartburn, impotence, insomnia, lightheadedness, nightmares, stuffy nose, and weakness.

Vasodilators: dizziness, excessive body hair growth, fainting, fluid retention, headaches, heart palpitations, lightheadedness, joint aches and pains, sensitivity to cold, sensitivity to sunlight, swelling around the eyes, upset stomach, and weight gain.

Still, with whatever side effect the drug has, there is always another drug that can counter the side effect, however, it has it′s own side effects.

The Non Prescription Help

What has the Research shown will Reduce HBP without Drugs?

Studies have shown that lowering salt intake will go a long way to help lower and control your blood pressure.

However, the same studies have shown even more important than lowering salt intake is increasing the consumption of unprocessed foods that are high in one or more of the big three minerals: potassium, magnesium and calcium.

Potassium

Based on overall studies, researchers have found that "a reduced intake of sodium and increased intake of potassium could make the most important contribution to the prevention and reduction of hypertension."

Potassium appears to actually weaken the effects of excessive sodium intake. Just like sodium, potassium is fundamental in maintaining adequate fluid and electrolyte balance. This essential macro mineral is significant to our brain, nerve, heart, muscles, performance and bone strength. The current recommended amount of potassium needed for healthy adults is 4,700 mg/day, which can be easily achieved by eating a balanced diet containing potassium rich fruits and vegetables.

Unfortunately, research indicates that on average, most American adults do not consume enough potassium to reach this recommended amount, necessary for adequate nutrition.

Potassium supplements are available, but in some instances, a person can take more than the safe level of potassium by supplements. It is important to note that unlike a dietary supplement, it is virtually impossible to exceed a safe level of natural potassium intake from fruit and vegetable sources.

Magnesium

In one university study, researchers found that "Magnesium supplement may offer small but clinically significant reductions in blood pressure." Combined studies further indicate that dietary supplementation of magnesium, particularly in higher dosages may have an effect in reducing blood pressure. Better still, the eating of foods with high levels of magnesium is the optimal way to increase this mineral.

A diet low in magnesium may contribute to a rise in your blood pressure. There, to help prevent HBP, it is beneficial to make dietary modification to include healthy fruits and vegetables which are high in magnesium and to increase your magnesium intake with supplements.

As with many recent studies, investigators have found that those who include minerals such as magnesium and potassium as part of their normal dietary intake, can receive the natural benefits of a decreased risk of hypertension.

Calcium

Many other studies indicate that those who do not meet a sufficient intake of calcium in their diets tend to have higher blood pressure rates. On the contrary, those who maintain a healthy balanced diet, which includes foods containing calcium, magnesium, and potassium, tend to avoid health issues associated with hypertension.

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and is known to provide strength to our bones and teeth, but it also plays a lesser part as an electrolyte, important to several significant biological processes. While less than one percent of our body reserve is needed to perform these functions, there has been much interest in it's potential effect in lowering blood pressure.

Are there any additional Supplements

Hawthorn berry has been helpful in lowering HBP

The Conclusion

What will Lower HBP?

Undoubtedly, the realistic path on the journey to lower your blood pressure or to prevent HBP is to eat living food, drink plenty of living water, practice deep breathing, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, take quality supplements and pray often. Yes, this is The Real Way

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