• African Eggplant – African Eggplant is an excellent source of dietary fibre and chlorogenic acid which is essential for lowering LDL bad Cholesterol and boosting good Cholesterol in the body. The high content of Vitamin C, dietary fibre, Vitamin B6, Potassium and Flavonoids content in African Eggplant is essential for regulating the blood pressure and facilitating the healthy functioning of The Heart.

• Agar (Seaweed) – Agar contain Magnesium which maintains a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations).

• Alfalfa – Alfalfa is a very useful herb for lowering High Blood Pressure as it contains several elements that are needed in the softening of the hard arteries, reduces the tension in The Arteries, hence helps to treat Hypertension. It is an effective Herbal Remedy for High Blood Pressure. It contains all the elements necessary for the softening of hardened arteries, which characterize High Blood Pressure.

• Aniseed – Its Copper content enhances blood circulation, helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate and triglyceride levels by minimizing oxidation of LDL Cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries and preventing hardening of The Arteries.

• Apple – Regularly eating Apples lower blood pressure. Apples facilitate the elimination of the Sodium and contain virtually no Sodium, but are quite rich in Potassium, which contributes to their Hypertensive effect.

• Barberries – Barberry by enlarging the blood vessels and increasing the blood supply capacity, helps in lowering blood pressure in Hypertension patients.

• Bayberries – Its myricadiol content (an active compound in Bayberries) most significant biochemical action is its effect on Potassium and Sodium levels, thus beneficial to the cardiovascular functions.

• Beechnuts – Beechnuts polyunsaturated fats and Monounsaturated Fats lower the risk of heart disease and Stroke, by lowering bad (LDL) Cholesterol levels, triglycerides (associated with heart disease and fight inflammation), blood pressure.

• Bilberry – Bilberry Fruit improve capillary function, therefore beneficial to the treatments of circulatory disorders (such as intermittent claudication, Raynaud’s disease, varicose veins, Hemorrhoids, easy bruising, and all conditions impairing blood flow.

• Black Seed – Its Hypotensive action is mainly due to its volatile oils and its essential seed oil has an anti-oxidant property that makes it useful in treating cardiovascular disorders.

• Bladderwrack – Bladderwrack Polyphenols improve circulatory health by preventing blood platelet clumping.

• Blueberries – Blueberries and Cranberries are highly recommended for Diabetes, Hypertension or arterioscleriosis, diseases that affect the retina, producing a loss of visual acuity.

• Brown Rice – For Hypertension, Rice is ideal because its low in Sodium. Sodium causes the body to retain Fluid (Edema (Dropsy)) and increases blood volume which consequently increases blood pressure.

• Buckwheat – Buckwheat contains many heart-healthy compounds, such as Rutin, Magnesium, Copper, Fiber and certain Proteins than supports the circulatory system, helps fight blood pressure and high Cholesterol and is an important anti-oxidant for cardiovascular health.

• Cabbage – Cabbages provides significant cardiovascular benefits as it prevents plaque formation in the blood vessels and is high in Sulfur which purifies the blood. Cabbage has a mild Diuretic effect and is very appropriate for those suffering from coronary heart disease, Hypertension and Arteriosclerosis. They are generally very rich in Potassium and low Sodium. Sodium inFluences Hypertension occurence as it has the capacity to retain water and increase blood volume.

• Cantaloupe – Its Vitamin C, Carotenoids and Potassium helps maintain a healthy heart, ensures body fluid balance and regulates blood pressure.

• Carob – Carob powder contains no Sodium and its Calcium content is helpful for the maintenance for normal blood pressure and Magnesium maintains a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations).

• Cassava – Cassava has significant effect in decreasing total Cholesterol levels, decreasing the low density lipoprotein (LDL) Cholesterol (bad Cholesterol) and may help to lower the triglyceride levels due to its high dietary fibre content. It is also as good source of Saponins (Phytochemicals which can help the body lower unhealthy Cholesterol levels in the bloodstream). Saponins acts by binding the bile acids and Cholesterol, thus preventing there absorption in the small intestines. Adequate Potassium amounts which found in Cassava play as important component of cell and body Fluids that help regulate heart rate and blood pressure.

• Cauliflower – Cauliflower is good for cardiovascular disorders and should be included in the diets of those with any form of heart disease, Hypertension or Arteriosclerosis. Its low in Sodium content, abundant Potassium and virtual lack of fat.

• Cayenne Pepper – Its Potassium is an important electrolyte in the cells and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure by countering the bad effects of Sodium.

• Celery – Celery has a Hypotensive effect, due to 3-butylptalide (an Essential Oil component and an effective vasodilator). Blocks Ca2+ inFlux and Increases anti-oxidants. It has a Hypotensive effect, due to 3-butylptalide (an Essential Oil component and an effective vasodilator).

• Celery Seeds – Celery Seeds helps the blood vessels relax and maintains proper blood pressure through its great Potassium to Sodium ratio (Journal of Medicinal Food, 2013).

• Cherimoya – Cherimoya Vitamin C and Potassium content supports cardiovascular health by ensuring the proper dilation of blood vessels, helps maintain a healthy heart, ensures body fluid balance and regulates blood pressure, thus preventing a cardiovascular disease condition such Angina Pectoris (chest pain).

• Cocoa – Its powder Flavonoid anti-oxidants increase the stimulation of nitric oxide which control blood pressure and improving the elasticity of veins and blood vessels.

• Coriander – Decreases Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB). Inactivates Reactive oxygen species (ROS) produced by Beta-adrenoceptor stimulation, Increases anti-oxidants.

• Coriander Seeds – Coriander Seeds contain coriandrin (a compound that controls the process of Lipid digestion, resulting in Cholesterol levels lowering) (Dr.Indrani Subramanian, Apollo Hospitals, Kolkata).

• Cotton Seeds – Cotton Seeds Copper content enhances blood circulation, helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate and triglyceride levels by minimizing oxidation of LDL Cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries and preventing hardening of The Arteries.

• Cranberries – Blueberries and Cranberries are highly recommended for Hypertension or arterioscleriosis, diseases that affect the retina, producing a loss of visual acuity.

• Black Cumin – Blocks Ca2+ channels. Increases Sodium (Na+), Potassium (K+), and Chlorine (Cl−) in urine. Cumin is used for the treatment and management of Hypertension. Its dietary Potassium and Calcium are a key component of healthy blood pressure and significantly lower blood pressure in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients.

• Dark Chocolate – Dark Chocolate reduced systolic Hypertension or diastolic preHypertension.

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• Dolichos Beans – Dolichos Beans contain Magnesium which maintains a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations) as a result of excessive heat or Stress. It helps lower High Blood Pressure, prevent heart attacks and is necessary for regulating the electrical activity of The Heart.

• Durum Wheat – Durum Wheat can improve heart health (especially its high Potassium and low Sodium, which is vital in supporting heart operation). Potassium can help by normalizing electrolytes balance between cells and body fluid, and keep blood pressure low by standardizing guts beating rhythm.

• Fava Beans – It Magnesium content helps lower High Blood Pressure, prevent heart attacks and is necessary for regulating the electrical activity of The Heart.

• Fennel Seeds – Fennel Seeds Calcium and Magnesium content is necessary and helpful for the maintenance for normal blood pressure and a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations) as a result of excessive heat or Stress. Take 1-2 tablespoon of Fenugreek seeds and boil in a glass of water, strain, then take the mixture and drink twice (2) a day for 2-3 months as a very effective home remedy for the treatment of High Blood Pressure.

• Fenugreek – Its Potassium content is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure by countering action on Sodium.

• Fiddlehead Ferns – Potassium keeps cells healthy which helps the body’s cells work properly (relaxes both the nerves and muscles, supports blood circulation and nerve cell activity). .

• Garlic – Garlic is an Anti-Spasmodic agent, helpful in reducing the pressure in The Arteries caused by the pumping action of The Heart during blood circulation. It creates a rhythm in the pumping of The Heart, which eases the pulse and an effective Herbal Remedy for High Blood Pressure. It is one of the most effective Herbal Remedies for lowering blood pressure. It slows the pulse and modifies The Heart rhythm, besides relieving symptoms of Dizziness and shortness of breath. Increases nitric oxide (NO), Increases endothelial NO synthases (eNOS), Increases H2S, Inhibits Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE). Induces Connexin-43 (Cx43) expression, Inhibits Ang-II-induced cell cycle progression. Inhibits Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB), Reduces vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1). It lowers Cholesterol levels and blood pressure as its allicin decreases blood vessel Stiffness through facilitation of nitric oxide (NO) release. Nitric oxide relaxes blood vessels thus bringing a reduction in the total blood pressure. Scavenges Reactive oxygen species (ROS), Increases anti-oxidants, Reduces nicotinamide-adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADPH) activity.

• Ginger – It reduces blood Cholesterol and blood pressure, and helps to prevent the formation of blood clots (which can produce heart attacks or apoplexy/paralysis). Scavenges Reactive oxygen species (ROS), Inhibits Lipid peroxidation.

• Goji Berries – Goji Berries are taken as a blood tonic in order to improve/help lower blood pressure and treat a range of symptoms.

• Gooseberry – Gooseberry is useful in the treatment of High Blood Pressure. Take 1-2 tablespoon of Gooseberry juice with Raw Honey in empty stomach early in the morning to help in lowering High Blood Pressure.

• Grapes – Its flavanoids and Resveratrol reduce Thrombosis (the blood platelets tendency to form clots) which reduces the risk of arterial occlusion caused by Arteriosclerosis.

• Green Tea – Green Tea consumption is associated with cardiovascular benefits and that it may possess anti-oxidative, Anti-hypertensive, Anti-Inflammatory, anti-proliferative, anti-thrombogenic, and Lipid-lowering properties. Increases flow-mediated dilation (FMD), Increases nitric oxide (NO), Inhibits endothelial NO synthases (eNOS) uncoupling, Blocks AT1 receptor. Increases heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) enzyme. Inhibits Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB), Reduces vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1), Decreases tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α). Scavenges Reactive oxygen species (ROS), Decreases nicotinamide-adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADPH) oxidase, Increases anti-oxidants, Inhibits endothelial NO synthases (eNOS) uncoupling.

• Guava – The nutrients found in Guavas such as Potassium & Vitamin C have been shown to lower LDL and boost HDL Cholesterol, reduce triglycerides, and lower blood pressure.

• Hibiscus – Consumption of Hibiscus tea lowers the systolic blood pressure in pre-Hypertensive and mildly Hypertensive adults (American Heart Association, November 2008). Consumption of 3 cups of Hibiscus tea every day for a few weeks can reduce blood pressure by up to 10 points (Tufts University study in Boston). Hibiscus tea also helps to lower levels of “bad” LDL Cholesterol from the body.

• Hickory Nut – Hickory Nut Vitamin B5 content maintains a normal Sodium-Potassium ratio, while its Potassium capacity to control electrical impulses sent to muscles and its fluid-balancing properties, has a direct beneficial effect on blood pressure.

• Honeydew Melon – It contain Potassium which helps maintain a healthy heart, ensures body fluid balance and regulates blood pressure.

• Horse Chestnut – Horse Chestnut has a beneficial effect on The Heart and arteries, given that it can improve blood circulation and elasticity of blood vessels. Its extract (HCE) havs anti-oxidant properties that can inhibit Lipid peroxidation and decrease the incidence of thromboembolic complications.

• Horseradish – Its Vitamin C and Selenium helps prevent heart disease as they have anti-atherogenic properties. .

• Hyacinth Beans – Its Vitamin B5 maintains a normal Sodium-Potassium ratio, while Potassium capacity to control electrical impulses sent to muscles and its fluid-balancing properties, has a direct beneficial effect on blood pressure (in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients), such as balancing/lowering Sodium levels.

• Jerusalem Artichoke – Jerusalem Artichoke soluble Fiber, high in Potassium and low in Sodium, thus capable of lowers blood pressure.

• Kamut Khorasan Wheat – Kamut Khorasan Wheat Magnesium help maintains a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations) and helps lower High Blood Pressure.

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• Kola Nut – Kola Nut Anthocyanins content improves capillary function and reduces capillary permeability, capillary fragility and strengthened membranes.

• Komatsuna – Its Vitamin C ensures the proper dilation of blood vessels, meaning Cholesterol cannot easily obstruct arteries and ensures an adequate blood supply to The Heart, thus preventing a cardiovascular disease condition called Angina Pectoris (chest pain).

• Lemon Juice – Patient suffering from High Blood Pressure should take a spoonful of Lemon juice mixed with Raw Honey every morning.

• Lemongrass – Lemongrass tea has been used in traditional medicine to treat Hypertension. High Potassium content in Lemongrass also helps lower and regulate blood pressure. Increases nitric oxide (NO) bioavailability, Inhibits Ca2+-inFlux.

• Licorice – It is a tonic to the blood and spleen.

• Lingonberries – Lingonberries has a striking protective effect (stronger than Cranberry and black Blackcurrant) on the inner linings of blood vessels (endothelial linings) and positively affects nitric oxide (a molecule needed to help in the relaxation of blood vessels), even though its juice does not neccessarily lower blood pressure.

• Lotus Root – The root contain Sodium and Potassium (which when available in proper ratio), work together to help in regulating body fluids and blood pressure levels. Its referine (an Alkaloid) has been shown to have a vasodilating effect and liensinine has Anti-hypertensive and anti-arrhymic abilities.

• Lotus Seeds – Its Copper enhances blood circulation, helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate and triglyceride levels by minimizing oxidation of LDL Cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries and preventing hardening of The Arteries.

• Moringa Seeds – Its Potassium capacity to control electrical impulses sent to muscles and its fluid-balancing properties, has a direct beneficial effect on blood pressure (in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients), such as balancing/lowering Sodium levels.

• Noni Fruit – Noni juice helps regulate the blood pressure through its dilating effects on the blood vessels, by comforting the smooth muscles cells within the cells walls resulting in a better flow of blood in The Arteries. Noni is high in phytonutrients (Selenium and Vitamin C) which Fights free radical damage on blood vessel walls, thus reducing the risks of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) . Noni Fruit contains scopoletin (an alkaline compound) which keeps bodily Fluids from becoming too acidic, therefore hurting free radicals and may lower blood pressure. Noni Fruit contains proxeronine, which is needed for the body to produce xeronine (helps coordinate the cells to work harmonious), thus lowering Stress and blood pressure. Noni also contain Tryptophan (an Amino Acids) which helps produce other substances such as more seratonin which is great for lowering blood pressure.

• Nopales – It contain Calcium which is necessary and helpful for the maintenance for normal blood pressure.

• Oats – .

• Olive Oil – Polyphenols in Olive help protect the Cardiovascular System as they are a potent class of antioxidant Phytochemicals that can actually dilate arteries.

• Onion – Its used to treat and reduce mortality from coronary heart disease. Sulfides (they help lower blood pressure, blood Lipids and Cholesterol), sulfoxides, and other smelly Sulfur compounds.

• Parsley – Its a good source of Folate which helps to convert homocysteine (which when uncontrolled, can cause damage to blood vessels and potentially leading to a heart attack or Stroke). Parsley regulates the flow of blood in the blood vessels and maintains easy circulation, thus looks after the entire arterial system and a very useful herb for High Blood Pressure. It helps to maintain the blood vessels, particularly the capillaries and arterial system, in a healthy condition, it is thus very useful in High Blood Pressure.

• Passion Fruit – The fruit is a very good source of Dietary Fiber of which Fiber in the diet helps remove Cholesterol from the body.

• Peach Palm – It has a high amount of Potassium which helps maintain the electrolyte balance in the body and is useful in maintaining blood pressure.

• Pears – For Hypertension, Pear is beneficial as it has no Sodium (a mineral that tends to retain water within the body thus increasing blood pressure), Potassium (the opposite effect of Sodium) and is also Diuretic.

• Pigeon Peas – Pigeon Peas contain Potassium (a vasodilator) which is capable of reducing the constriction of blood vessels and thereby lowering blood pressure.

• Pilinuts – Pilinuts contain Magnesium (an essential mineral and important blood constituent that relaxes blood vessels), which is helpful to people at the risk of Hypertension, High Blood Pressure, Heart Failure or a Stroke.

• Pinon Nuts – Pinon Nuts Vitamin B5 maintains a normal Sodium-Potassium ratio, while Potassium capacity to control electrical impulses sent to muscles and its fluid-balancing properties, has a direct beneficial effect on blood pressure (in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients).

• Plums – Its Quercetin modify eicosanoid biosynthesis, prevent platelet aggregation, relax cardiovascular smooth muscle (may have Anti-hypertensive and anti-arrhythmic effects) and to exert anti-viral and carcinostatic properties.

• Pumpkin – Increased Potassium intake decrease risk of Stroke and blood pressures. Regular intake of Pumpkin help protect against Hypertension as increased Potassium may increase the amount of Sodium excreted from the body.

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• Radish – The High Potassium and low Sodium levels of Radish helps in maintain the Sodium Potassium balance in a Hypertensive patient, thus controlling the blood pressure (Nutrition Research and Practice).

• Rhubarb – .

• Rice Bran – Rice Bran reduces Cholesterol levels. Its dietary Potassium is a key component of healthy blood pressure and significantly lower blood pressure in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients.

• Rooibos – Rooibos tea consumed with regularity, has been shown to lower triglyceride and LDL (bad) Cholesterol levels, thus contributing immensely to cardiovascular health.

• Rye – Rye is very low in Sodium and recommended for cases of Hypertension. It contains an abundant amount of alkylresorcinols, Phenols, and Lignans which act as anti-oxidants in reducing overall risk for Myocardial Infarction and Stroke.

• Salak Fruit – Its dietary Potassium is a key component of healthy blood pressure and significantly lower blood pressure in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients.

• Salmonberries – Its an efficient source of Potassium, whose substantial levels in the body is crucial for a healthy functioning heart, nerve impulses and muscle contraction and stabilizes blood pressure as well.

• Sesame Seeds – Sesame Seeds Oil Lignans are thought to lower blood Cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Sesame Seeds Lignans are thought to lower blood Cholesterol levels and blood pressure.

• Shallot – It has high Potassium and low Sodium content which is linked to a lowered blood pressure.

• Shiitake Mushroom – Shiitake Mushrooms decrease Hypertension. Eritadenine (an active compound in Shiitake Mushrooms that lowers blood Cholesterol).

• Soursop – It is recommended in cases of Hypertension, coronary disease and Diabetes. Its Potassium helps maintain a healthy heart, ensures body fluid balance and regulates blood pressure.

• Spirulina (Micro-Algae) – Its phycocyanin content (a pigment found in the Spirulina) have been proven to possess Anti-hypertensive effects (it lowers blood pressure).

• Squash – Squash are remarkable for Hypertension due their low Sodium (promotes Hypertension) and very high Potassium (prevent Hypertension and its negative consequences) content.

• Stevia – It has a lower risk of Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (an enlarged heart caused by elevated blood pressure) and lower diastolic and systolic blood pressure (a major risk factor for many fatal diseases).

• Sweet Potato – Sweet Potato is a good source of Potassium and eating Potassium-rich foods as part of an overall healthy diet helps maintain normal blood pressure.

• Tangerine – Tangerine provides excellent results in cases of Hypertension and Arteriosclerosis.

• Taro Root – Taro Root is high in Fiber and resistant Starch, which both have Cholesterol-lowering effects and helps reduce the risk of heart disease.

• Tart Cherries – Tart Cherries Quercetin has been shown to modify eicosanoid biosynthesis, prevent platelet aggregation, relax cardiovascular smooth muscle (may have Anti-hypertensive and anti-arrhythmic effects) and to exert anti-viral and carcinostatic properties.

• – help in reducing the chances of heart attack and Stroke.

• Watermelon – For Hypertension, Watermelon contains Amino Acids (such as L-citrulline), which help the blood vessels dilate naturally, reversing endothelial dysfunction and reducing blood pressure. It contain Amino Acids (such as L-citrulline), which help the blood vessels dilate naturally, reversing endothelial dysfunction and reducing blood pressure.

• Watermelon Seeds – Take dry Watermelon Seeds and make its powder form, then take 1-2 tablespoon in a glass of water.

• Wheat – Wheat (or Fiber rich Carbohydrate foods) may lower blood pressure and improve serum Lipids. Its dietary Potassium which is a key component of healthy blood pressure and significantly lower blood pressure in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients.

• Wheat Bran – Its Potassium relaxes both the nerves and muscles, supports blood circulation and nerve cell activity. .

• Yam – Its dietary Potassium is a key component of healthy blood pressure and significantly lower blood pressure in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients.

• Zucchini – For cardiovascular diseases, Zucchini is recommended for Hypertension, Arteriosclerosis and coronary disease due to its very low in fats, Sodium and calories.

• Aaron’s Rod – Its leaves can have some cardiovascular effects such as causing a drop in blood pressure and heart rate, while also exhibiting acute Hypotensive effect.

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• Alumea – Alumea acts as a Diuretic and is able to lowers blood pressure like most blood pressure medications.

• American Ginseng – American Ginseng may be beneficial for heart health, High Blood Pressure and protect against Heart Failure.

• Andrographis – Increases nitric oxide (NO), Blocks Ca2+ channels, Reduces Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE). Inhibits Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB) and Scavenges Reactive oxygen species (ROS).

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• Asafoetida – Asafoetida lowers blood pressure and thins the blood.

• Ashwagandha – Ashwagandha can significantly reduce the levels of Cholesterol and triglycerides in the bloodstream, thus beneficial to Cardiovascular System.

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• Babul – It can help reduce the risk of life-threatening diseases (such as Myocardial Infarction and cerebrovascular Stroke).

• Bastard Cedar – Bastard Cedar bark reduces Hypertension (lowers blood pressure) by inhibiting angiotensin II (an enzyme). .

• Beleric Myrobalan – Belleric myrobalan helps in lowering Cholesterol and blood pressure.

• Betony – Betony also contain certain Glycosides in its composition which are reported to possess a Hypotensive effect (an ability to lower the blood pressure).

• Bilimbi – Its Fruits and leaves extracts has Anti-hypertensive potential and is effectively used for blood pressure and significantly decrease norepinephrine-stimulated contractility.

• Black Cohosh – It improves blood circulation and lowers blood pressure and body temperature by dilating blood vessels.

• Black Haw – Black Haw root bark tincture is used for treating High Blood Pressure, through helpful to improvement of blood circulation and lowering of blood pressure in Hypertension patients.

• Black Jack – Ca2+ antagonists. Inhibits Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB) and TNF-alpha activation.

• Bloodwort – It is useful in treating High Blood Pressure. It encourages blood flow to the Skin which helps lower blood pressure.

• Bonduc – Bonduc is used to lower blood sugar levels, blood pressure levels.

• Breadnut Seeds – Breadnut Seeds contain a good amount of Potassium (a heart-effective mineral which helps to lowers blood flows and control The Heart beat by lowering the risk of Sodium) and also offers electrical impulse that permeates muscular contraction such as The Heart.

• Broom – Its sparteine content (a quinolizidine Alkaloid) helps to reduce The Heart rate by acting on the electrical conductivity of The Heart, slowing and regulating the transmission of the impulses.

• Bugleweed – Bugleweed helps to protect against atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and Strokes, by normalizing The Heart rate and reducing blood pressure.

• Camphor – Camphor is actually a Rubefacient and energizes the dilation of capillaries (help manage blood pressure level within veins and arteries which encompass joints).

• Cashew Tree – Cashew Tree leaves and bark can be vital for cardiac health, since they contain MUFA (Monounsaturated Fats) and PUFA (Polyunsaturated Fats) that can help reduce the levels of bad (LDL) Cholesterol in the blood.

• Cat’s Claw – Its hirsutine (an Alkaloid in Cat’s Claw) has the ability to keep blood pressure under control as it acts as a Calcium channel blocker which in effect can lower blood pressure by blocking Calcium from entering the cells of The Heart and blood vessel walls, whilst widening and relaxing the blood vessels.

• Cat’s Whiskers – Cat whiskers compounds (such as methylripariochromene), its anti-oxidant and Anti-Inflammatory actions can decrease systolic blood pressure and help in reducing blood pressure levels.

• German Chamomile – .

• Chinese Goldthread – Decreases Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB), Inhibits vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1). Increases anti-oxidants, Decreases nicotinamide-adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADPH) oxidase. Inhibits cardiac hypertrophy. Upregulates endothelial nitric oxide synthases (eNOS) expression, Decreases EMP, Blocks Ca2+ channels.

• Chou Wu Tong – Chou Wu Tong is used to help lower blood pressure. .

• Chuang Xiong – Chuang Xiong root contain tetramethylpyrazine (the active constituent extract) which inhibits platelet aggregation (in vitro) and lowers blood pressure by vasodilation.

• Codonopsis – It lowers blood pressure by dilating blood vessels, stimulating the Nervous System (used in the form of an Alcoholic extract), expanding the peripheral vascular system and inhibiting the activity of the Adrenal cortex.

• Coleus – Its forskolin content (an active constituent of Coleus forskohlii) is a powerful medicine for Heart Failure and lowering High Blood Pressure.

• Coltsfoot – Coltsfoot plaster prepared from the crushed leaves and fresh cream, is applied to the inflamed phlebitis (inflammation of a vein) areas and bandaged lightly with a cloth.

• Conessi Tree – Its Alkaloids (such as triacanthine) and Steroid Alkaloids (present in the stem bark and root bark) have Hypotensive, Cardiotonic, Anti-Spasmodic and a Respiratory analeptic activity.

• Copaiba – It is a Stimulant to circulatory and Lymph systems and helps to regulate blood and body fluids, vascular health, Stiffness, structural issues, and problems with The Heart.

• Corn Silk – Corn Silk may be an effective treatment for High Blood Pressure as it encourages the elimination of excess fluid from the body, inhibiting the activity of angiotensin-converting enzyme [ACE]). Its tea regularly helps to keep the blood pressure normal.

• Corydalis – Corydalis as a blood moving herb is so helpful with circulatory problems, sticky blood and the pain that blood stasis can cause, hence traditionally used for the treatment of heart Arrhythmia and Palpitations.

• Cowslip – Cowslip wine is an excellent remedy for heart complaint. Its tea is of value in strengthening The Heart and nerves.

• Cramp Bark – Cramp Bark is commonly used in treatments for High Blood Pressure and other circulatory conditions.

• Curry Leaf Tree – Curry leaves are also commonly used in the treatment of High Blood Pressure. Take 35-40 green curry leaves and boil in a glass of water, keep it aside and allow it to cool, then drink the solution in empty stomach in early morning.

• Devils Claw – Devils Claw plants decoction has been known to reduce Cholesterol, triglycerides (as a blood cleanser), thus helpful with the reduction of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure).

• Devils Tree – It is a very efficient blood purifier which provides beneficial effects for The Heart.

• Dogwood – Dogwood fruit aids in lowering High Blood Pressure and is beneficial for people suffering from Hypertension.

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• False Daisy – False Daisy benefits cardiovascular health by increasing blood flow to the coronary arteries and lowering Cholesterol and triglycerides.

• Fever Bark – Camphor is actually a Rubefacient and energizes the dilation of capillaries (help manage blood pressure level within veins and arteries which encompass joints).

• Fireweed Leaves – Its Magnesium content is helpful in maintaining a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations) as a result of excessive heat or Stress.

• Gentian – Gentian Roots have therapeutic and stimulating effects that can improve blood circulation to all parts of the body thus strengthening the whole Cardiovascular System.

• Ginkgo Biloba – .

• Ginseng – Increases anti-oxidants and endothelial nitric oxide synthases (eNOS). Inhibits extracellular signal-regulated Protein kinases (ERK) pathway activation, Decreases cyclin-dependent kinase 4 (CDK4), pRb, and cyclin D1, Decreases Beta-galactosidase. Inhibits Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB), Decreases tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), Decreases interleukin-6 (IL-6). It can lower blood pressure, protect against Heart Failure and help maintain healthy Cholesterol by enhancing circulation and regulating blood Lipids (fats).

• Goat’s Rue – Goat’s Rue is effective in lowering High Blood Pressure due to its Anti-hypertensive effects.

• Goldenseal – Goldenseal root extract has been used traditionally for a variety of heart conditions as berbetine (an isoquinoline Alkaloid) is known to have Cholesterol reducing effects, thus very effective for reducing levels of LDL (or bad Cholesterol) which causes many cardiovascular disorders.

• Goosefoot – Its Copper enhances blood circulation, helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate and triglyceride levels by minimizing oxidation of LDL Cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries and preventing hardening of The Arteries.

• Gotu Kola – Gotu Kola has been used as a pure blood tonic having a positive effect on the circulatory system by improving the flow of blood while strengthening the veins and capillaries.

• Gou Teng – Gou Teng is sometimes used to reduce High Blood Pressure and treat Hypertension as its Indole Alkaloids (rhynchophylline and hirsutine) are thought to be the active principles of its vasodilatory effect.

• Guayusa – Its theobromine content in the tea helps in protecting the overall cardiovascular health by protecting The Arteries and blood vessels. .

• Hawthorn – It helps to normalize blood pressure by clearly working to lower High Blood Pressure, but also appears to support blood pressure levels where it tend to be low. Activates endothelial nitric oxide synthases (eNOS). Decreases tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), Decreases interleukin-6 (IL-6). Scavenges Reactive oxygen species (ROS).

• Helichrysum Essential Oil – It improves the blood vessels condition by lowering inflammation, increasing smooth muscle function and lowering High Blood Pressure.

• Hogweed – Its Lignans (such as liridodendrin & hypoxanthine) are active Anti-hypertensive agents and the former is Calcium (Ca) channel antagonist.

• Holy Basil – Holy Basil has a reputation for reducing Stress, lowering blood pressure and Cholesterol levels, thus have an affinity with The Heart.

• Horsetail – Horsetail together with Speedwell is a good preventive remedy for hardening of The Arteries and amnesia through its blood cleansing action.

• Hyssop – Hyssop can increase the two (2) benefits that positively influence normal blood pressure that is utilization of nitric oxide in the body and also encouraging vascular muscle function.

• Indian Chrysanthemum – Indian Chrysanthemum tea is linked to lowering blood pressure and Cholesterol levels, thus improving heart health and bringing relief from coronary artery diseases (such as heart attacks, Strokes, and atherosclerosis).

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• Jiaogulan – Jiaogulan taken regularly, has a normalizing effect on blood pressure and improves circulation.

• Ji Xue Teng – Ji Xue Teng may be Anti-Inflammatory and may lower blood pressure.

• Ju Hua – Ju Hua is a valuable remedy for High Blood Pressure as it effectively lower blood pressure and relieving associated symptoms (such as Headaches, Dizziness, Tinnitus and Insomnia).

• Jujube – .

• Juniper – Its berries act as anti-cholinesterase agent, helping to build up acetylcholine in the Nervous System which slow heart action, lower blood pressure, increase blood flow and induce contractions of The Heart.

• Karanda – Karanda roots contain salycylic acid and Cardiac Glycosides which can cause a slight decrease in blood pressure.

• Kudzu – Kudzu has a protective effect against myocardial ischemia and may increase cardiac function. Its puerarin may reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and diminish myocardial oxygen consumption.

• Kuth – Kuth tones up The Heart, control the cardiac rhythymia and has a significant effect in cardiac pain. It promotes heart health and determines the herb combat myocardial injury.

• Life Plant – Life Plant leaf extract reduces Hypertension as its aerial part extract is beneficial in controlling blood pressure (Hypertension). Consume 5-10 drops of Life Plant aerial parts extract.

• Lilac – Lilac leaves and flowers purifies the blood and regulates blood pressure.

• Linden – Its sapwood is an efficient Diuretic and a a natural blood vessel dilator that contributes to lowering High Blood Pressure. Its flowers are used over the long term to treat high systolic blood pressure associated with Arteriosclerosis.

• Lion’s Tail – A decoction of the leaves is drunk to treat High Blood Pressure.

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• Mastic Tree – It lowers the risk of getting heart attack by lowering the High Blood Pressure and reduces the Cholesterol levels of the patient suffering with high Cholesterol.

• Melilot – Melilot extracts cause Hypotensive and vaso-dilating actions due to there vascular smooth muscle relaxation effects.

• Mexican Daisy – Mexican Daisy Flavonoids have vaso-relaxation and Diuretic effect, which is helpful in lower blood pressure and explaining in part its Anti-hypertensive activity.

• European Mistletoe – Mistletoe is the best remedy for heart and circulatory complaints, since lowers high (and raises low) blood pressure. Its an excellent remedy, esteemed and recommended for the treatment of arteries hardening and Stroke. For hardening of The Arteries and Stroke, Mistletoe is an excellent remedy, esteemed and recommended. After a Stroke drink 3 cups a day for 6 weeks, 2 cups for 3 weeks and 1 cup for 2 weeks; the First cup, half before and half after Breakfast, the second cup before and after lunch and the third cup before and after dinner. Mistletoe is the best remedy for heart and circulatory complaints, since it has active substances which normalize the whole system. It lowers high and raises low blood pressure, it soothes the restless heart and strengthens it, all the side effects of abnormal blood pressure such as blood rushing to the head, Dizziness, buzzing in the ears and visual defects and is invaluable in all heart and circulatory disorders.

• Motherwort – Motherwort‘s high content of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and mild Diuretic affect, benefits The Heart by being more effective in lowering blood pressure than Valerian (Valeriana officinalis).

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• Muira Puama – Muira Puama root extract has a long history to improve The Heart rate of a person by improving the performance of The Heart and strengthens The Heart muscles. Its bark has also demonstrated a mild, short-lived, Hypotensive effect.

• Mulungu – Mulungu can also help regulate heartbeat, lower blood pressure and for heart Palpitations (as a Cardiotonic).

• Olive Leaves – Olive Leaves lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by relaxing The Arteries.

• Oregon Grape – It eases the tension in The Arteries by making them dilate, thus the blood flow in them is facilitated. It is another valuable herb in the treatment of High Blood Pressure. Research has shown that it dilates The Arteries thereby lowering blood pressure.

• Painted Nettle – Patients with Hypertension exhibit improved blood pressure after being treated with Painted Nettle extract thanks to its forskolin activity (Journal of Research in Ayurveda, 2011).

• Palm Hearts – Its Potassium capacity to control electrical impulses sent to muscles and its fluid-balancing properties, has a direct beneficial effect on blood pressure (in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients), such as balancing/lowering Sodium levels. .

• Passionflower – Passionflower Skin extract has been shown to significantly reduce elevated blood pressure levels, due to its edulilic acid and Anthocyanin anti-oxidant compounds (Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, January 2013).

• Lesser Periwinkle – Lesser Periwinkle leaves contain vincamine (an Indole Alkaloid substance that increases blood flow and oxygen supply to the brain), thus useful in the treatment of Arteriosclerosis and its roots are Hypotensive (used to lower the blood pressure).

• Philippine Fig – Philippine Fig leaves contain Lupeol (a pentacyclic triterpene) which has the ability to perfect Lipidemic-oxidative abnormalities in the early stage of hypocholesterolemic atherosclerosis, thus cardioprotective (a preventive agent against cardiac disorder) to the body against low density lipoprotein (LDL) oxidation and Hypotensive activity.

• Phyllanthus – Phyllanthus is useful in the treatment of cardiovascular problems (such as lower blood pressure and blood-sugar levels).

• Pokeweed – Pokeweed contain Thiamine which is required for the production of acetylcholine (helps to transfer the messages/signals between nerves and muscles which is very beneficial to the proper cardiac function and healthy heart beats).

• Prickly Ash – It enhances the blood circulation, thus a beneficial medication for treating High Blood Pressure conditions where The Arteries have narrowed.

• Pulsatilla – Pulsatilla can be used to cure myocardium (a condition that results in thickening of the cardiac muscles). Its quite beneficial for heart treatment as its known to improve blood circulation and can treat problems associated with venous Congestion.

• Ramsons – Ramsons have a soothing effect on High Blood Pressure and capable of lowering overall Cholesterol levels, which can lessen the risk of atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and Strokes. Ramsons spirit drops help to prevent Arteriosclerosis and dispel many other complaints. Disorders of the coronary blood vessels can be relieved.

• Rauwolfia – Rauwolfia is a safe and effective treatment for Hypertension/High Blood Pressure and Anxiety as it reduces the system’s activity, bringing about the lowering of blood pressure. It is one of the best Herbal Remedies for High Blood Pressure. Half a teaspoon of its powder taken thrice a day is effective in relieving Hypertension.

• Red Sage – Decreases tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), Inhibits Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB), Inhibits vascular cell adhesion molecule-1 (VCAM-1). Increases nitric oxide (NO), Opens ATP-dependent Potassium channels (KATP) channels, Blocks Ca2+ channels, Reduces Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) activity. Inhibits platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) proliferation. Reduces Reactive oxygen species (ROS), Increases anti-oxidants.

• Rehmannia – Rehmannia root is suitable for use in patients with Hypertension (High Blood Pressure).

• Reishi Mushroom – Reishi Mushroom contain ganodermic acids (Triterpenoids) and a number of polysaccharides that seem to benefit everything from blood pressure to Liver detoxification to Adrenal function.

• Ribwort Plantain – Ribwort Plantain leaves are recommended for Thrombosis.

• Saffron – Activates endothelial nitric oxide synthases (eNOS) and Blocks Ca2+ channels. Inhibits Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB). Reduces oxidative Stress, Increases anti-oxidants.

• Sage – Sage tea drunk frequently, prevents Stroke and is good for paralysis.

• Sandalwood Essential Oil – Sandalwood Essential Oil contains gentle Sedative Hypotensive agents that assist to lower the systolic blood pressure and remarkably stabilize High Blood Pressure levels.

• Self-Heal – Its has inflammatory-modulating effects on cardiovascular tissues, thus useful in lowering blood pressure.

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• Shepherd’s Purse – The Shepherd’s Purse (similar to the Mistletoe) is a circulation equalizing herb, recommended for high and low blood pressure and also useful for regulating arterial blood pressure.

• Siberian Ginseng – Its heart health support as it lowers the levels of triglycerides, Cholesterol and blood sugar, and normalizes heart rhythms.

• Silk Cotton Tree – The leaves are Hypotensive (reduces blood pressure) and Hypoglycemic (blood sugar lowering).

• Skullcap – Skullcap helps to lower the chances of atherosclerosis, heart attacks, coronary heart diseases, and Strokes as it helps to reduce the level of Cholesterol in The Heart and build-up of plaque in The Arteries.

• Speedwell – For people with high level of Cholesterol, 2 cups per day of Speedwell tea is beneficial.

• Squill – Squill contain substances (such as Cardiac Glycosides [scillaren A and proscillaridin]) that have a strong Cardiotonic effect on The Heart and produce positive inotropic and negative chronotropic effects in case of heart insufficiency.

• Stinging Nettle – Stinging Nettle is most beneficial for vascular constrictions and coronary artery constriction, which can cause Hypertension. For vascular constrictions (Buerger’s disease) Stinging Nettle is most beneficial. Many could have saved themself an amputation of the leg by taking Stinging Nettle foot baths in time. For every/all cramps (always caused faulty circulation) and coronary artery constriction, washing and bathing with Stinging Nettle is recommended. Bend the chest over the bath tub and bathe The Heart region together with a gentle massage with the lukewarm Nettle tea.

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• Sun Opener – Sun Opener works as a vasodilator, helping to make the blood vessels wider, thereby reducing blood pressure whose action also helping to somewhat cool the body of the user.

• Tarragon – Tarragon inhibits the activation of blood platelets, preventing the aggregation and clinging of platelets on the walls of blood vessels, thereby preventing heart attack and Stroke.

• Thyme – Its Potassium can reduce the Stress on the Cardiovascular System by relaxing blood vessels and lowering blood pressure.

• Tongue Mushroom – Fiber rich Carbohydrate foods may lower blood pressure and improve serum Lipids.

• Trumpet Tree – Its tree barks and leaves are beneficial to the management of cardiac conditions and Hypertension as vasodilators (making it active against Hypertension).

• Valerian – Valerian can help to normalize the blood pressure by lowering blood pressure, maintaining/strengthening the blood vessels and improving its elasticity, therefore benefits heart health. Valerian Alkaloids are Hypotensive.

• Vanilla – Its average Potassium content can help maintain a healthy heart, ensures body fluid balance and regulates blood pressure. .

• White Horehound – White Horehound may also act to normalize heart rhythm and to correct an irregular heartbeat by improving its regularity.

• White Peony – Its paenoniflorin (a mono-terpenoid Glycosides most responsible for its Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Spasmodic effects) also lower blood pressure and support blood flow to The Heart.

• Wiregrass – Wiregrass boiled leaves is useful for Hypertensive conditions.

• Yarrow – Yarrow has Flavonoids and sesquiterpene lactone constituents, which have been found effective in lowering blood pressure and Lipids.

• Yerba Mate – Yerba Mate tea can lower Cholesterol levels by naturally improving serum Lipid levels. It protects myocardial tissue of The Heart and beneficial in reducing oxidative Stress caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS ).

• Yohimbe – Yohimbine inhibit ePinephrine-induced platelet aggregation (where 8mg is the lowest dose of Yohimbine that significantly inhibit platelet aggregation).