I've been asked about a possible link between depression and high blood pressure.
Studies do confirm this. It has been studied as both high blood pressure being the primary problem and depression as the effect as well as the reverse situation.
First, we'll look at depression as the initial problem. Research shows that people who suffer long term depression are two to three times as likely to also develop hypertension.
Also worth noting is that it is thought that people suffering from depression are more likely to engage in other contributors such as smoking, drinking and over eating. People suffering from depression are also less likely consistently treat hypertension.
Interestingly though, is that the study also involved people who did not engage in poor habits, yet they also suffered from hypertension.
Therefore, it is thought that hormonal changes due to the long term depression may be a factor in the increased blood pressure.
Also worth noting is that many drugs prescribed to treat depression can result in a slight increase in blood pressure.
Given these factors, there is a link between depression and high blood pressure.
Now we'll look at hypertension as the initial issue.
Most often, research shows that the link is primarily due to the high blood pressure medicine. Depression is listed as a common side effect.
As is so often the case, the "solution" to one problem creates a new one.
In addition to the medicinal link, a person may also experience anxiety just knowing that they are suffering from a condition such as hypertension.
Given that stress is a consistent theme in so many physical problems, there is little wonder that both high blood pressure and depression can result.
Practices that can help high blood pressure regardless of teh cause:
Don't drink to excess. In fact, some people see a spike in blood pressure after just a drink or two, and in those cases drinking is not recommended at all.
Do not smoke. Smoking create many problems including increased blood pressure.
Practice good eating habits. Fresh fruits and vegetables help with good nutrition as well as improved stamina.
I also strongly suggest trying my High Blood Pressure Program and Weight Loss Breeze Program. Both are completely natural ways to lower blood pressure and lose weight.
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Studies do confirm this. It has been studied as both high blood pressure being the primary problem and depression as the effect as well as the reverse situation.
First, we'll look at depression as the initial problem. Research shows that people who suffer long term depression are two to three times as likely to also develop hypertension.
Also worth noting is that it is thought that people suffering from depression are more likely to engage in other contributors such as smoking, drinking and over eating. People suffering from depression are also less likely consistently treat hypertension.
Interestingly though, is that the study also involved people who did not engage in poor habits, yet they also suffered from hypertension.
Therefore, it is thought that hormonal changes due to the long term depression may be a factor in the increased blood pressure.
Also worth noting is that many drugs prescribed to treat depression can result in a slight increase in blood pressure.
Given these factors, there is a link between depression and high blood pressure.
Now we'll look at hypertension as the initial issue.
Most often, research shows that the link is primarily due to the high blood pressure medicine. Depression is listed as a common side effect.
As is so often the case, the "solution" to one problem creates a new one.
In addition to the medicinal link, a person may also experience anxiety just knowing that they are suffering from a condition such as hypertension.
Given that stress is a consistent theme in so many physical problems, there is little wonder that both high blood pressure and depression can result.
Practices that can help high blood pressure regardless of teh cause:
Don't drink to excess. In fact, some people see a spike in blood pressure after just a drink or two, and in those cases drinking is not recommended at all.
Do not smoke. Smoking create many problems including increased blood pressure.
Practice good eating habits. Fresh fruits and vegetables help with good nutrition as well as improved stamina.
I also strongly suggest trying my High Blood Pressure Program and Weight Loss Breeze Program. Both are completely natural ways to lower blood pressure and lose weight.
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About the Author:
Christian Goodman is a well known health researcher and author of several revolutionary natural health alternatives. One of his breakthroughs is his program for managing high blood pressure. You can learn more about Christian on his Natural Health Alternative Blog.
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