It is the condition where increased pressure exerted by blood on the blood vessels.

• Garlic made into a paste and mixed with Buttermilk is very effective in the treatment of this condition. To begin with administer 1gm. of Garlic 3 times a day. Then gradually increase to 3gms 3 times a day. Another method that can be followed is to fry the garlic in ghee. This reduces the smell and makes it palatable.



• Prepare a soup from one handful of Drumstick-leaves twice a day and drink regularly.



• Crush a piece of Bitter gourd and keep it in a glass of water overnight; drink the water in the morning on empty stomach.



• Taking 2 teaspoon of fresh amla (Indian gooseberry) juice in early hours, reduces high blood pressure.



• Eating 50-100 grams of grapes in daily will bring down high blood pressure. Taking one teaspoon of watermelon seeds daily is helpful in controlling high blood pressure.



• Having one teaspoon of rauwolfia powder will reduce blood pressure.