Treat Hypertension ​with Traditional Kerala Ayurveda

Here’s how Ayurveda tackles hypertension:

Understanding Hypertension in Ayurveda:

• Dosha Imbalance: Ayurveda views high blood pressure as a result of imbalances in the doshas, particularly Vata (movement, communication) and Kapha (structure, stability). Excess Kapha leads to sluggish circulation and build-up of ama (toxic substances) in the channels, increasing blood pressure. Imbalanced Vata disrupts nerve impulses and blood flow regulation.

• • Agni Imbalance: Weak Agni (digestive fire) hinders proper digestion and elimination, leading to ama accumulation and further impacting blood pressure.

  Treatment Strategies:

  1. Panchakarma: This five-fold detoxification process helps eliminate ama and restore doshic balance. Therapies like Virechana (purgation) and Basti (medicated enemas) can be beneficial depending on the specific doshic imbalance.

  2. Rasayana: Rejuvenation therapies with herbs like Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), and Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) support healthy heart function, strengthen blood vessels, and reduce inflammation.

  3. Dietary and Lifestyle Modifications: A balanced diet tailored to individual needs and doshic tendencies is crucial. This typically includes incorporating fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and spices like ginger and turmeric, while limiting processed foods, sugary drinks, and unhealthy fats. Regular exercise suited to individual capacity, yoga postures like Balasana (Child’s Pose) and Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog), and pranayama (breathing exercises) promote cardiovascular health and stress management.