Blood Pressure + Vitamin D Tea

Ingredients:

Hibiscus - Hibiscus is high in antioxidants and offers many potential benefits. In particular, it may help promote weight loss, reduce the growth of bacteria and cancer cells, and support the health of the heart and liver. Hibiscus can help lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Hibiscus contains antioxidants, such as flavonoids and anthocyanins, which help protect the body against damage from harmful free radicals. Oxidative stress and inflammation can contribute to high blood pressure, and the antioxidant properties of hibiscus may help reduce these factors. Can help improve blood fat levels, which can be another risk factor for heart disease. Hibiscus can promote vasodilation, which is the widening of blood vessels. This effect may be attributed to the plant's ability to increase the production of nitric oxide, a molecule that relaxes and dilates blood vessels, thereby reducing blood pressure. Hibiscus has been reported to have mild diuretic properties, meaning it may increase urine production. By promoting increased urine output, hibiscus could help reduce the volume of fluid in the blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure. ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) is an enzyme that constricts blood vessels and contributes to high blood pressure. Some research suggests that hibiscus may possess ACE-inhibiting properties, similar to certain medications used to treat hypertension. By inhibiting ACE, hibiscus may help relax blood vessels and reduce blood pressure. ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR FIRST IF YOU ARE ALREADY TAKING BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICATIONS!!!

Basil - Basil contains many vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants such as lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, and beta-cryptoxanthin. The eugenol in basil can block calcium channels, which may help to lower blood pressure. Basil also contains magnesium, which can help improve your blood flow by allowing your muscles and blood vessels to relax.Holy basil is an adaptogen, a substance that guards against physical and mental stress. Can protect you from the effects of:

• Certain industrial chemicals
• Heavy metals
• Physical strain
• Extremely cold temperatures
• Poor diet
• Low physical activity
• Depression

Basil can

• Reduce stroke damage and support recovery, whether given before or right after a stroke.
• Reduce blood pressure in people with hypertension.
• Relax blood vessels and thin your blood, similar to aspirin.

Basil also has many vital nutrients. These include:

• Calcium
• Vitamin A 
• Vitamin K
• Manganese
• Magnesium
• Iron
• Zinc
• Potassium

Horsetail (Shavegrass) - Horsetail not only contains silica, it is high in many minerals that support its use as a bone strengthening herb. Silica is fundamentally important in building and maintaining healthy connective tissues, cartilage, muscle, skin, tendons, sheathing, and bone. 

• Supports bone health
• Acts as a natural diuretic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antimicrobial
• Antioxidant
• Antidiabetic
• Decreases Inflammation
• Lowers Blood Pressure
• Lowers Blood Sugar

Horsetail contains the following nutrients:

• Vitamin C
• B vitamins
• Vitamin E
• Vitamin K
• Electrolytes like potassium, calcium, and magnesium
• Iron
• Zinc
• Copper

Horsetail also contains Kynurenic acid, which reduces inflammation and pain.

Nettle - Nettle is a nutrient-dense herb that contains a good amount of vitamin D. It is also rich in other essential nutrients like iron, calcium, and magnesium.

(Please note: Information on this web site is no substitute for consulting a health care professional. All information contained on this web site is for informational purposes only. Please see your doctor or health care professional before starting any alternative diets and/or supplements.)