Little Changes That Have a Big Impact on Blood Pressure

Lisette Marie

41. Increase Dietary Sulfur for Arterial Elasticity

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Beyond the well-known allicin in garlic, focusing on dietary sulfur compounds found abundantly in alliums (onions, leeks, chives) and cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage) provides a deeper, structural tweak for your arteries. Sulfur is a fundamental chemical building block necessary for the body's production of hydrogen sulfide (H2S). This naturally produced gas molecule acts as a potent vasorelaxant (blood vessel widener) and an anti-inflammatory agent. Consistently cooking with these pungent, sulfur-rich ingredients supports the underlying chemical and structural integrity of your arteries, promoting healthy elasticity and sustained blood flow.

42. Mindful Gazing (Trataka) for Ocular & Systemic Calm

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Beyond meditation, incorporating a daily 5-10 minute practice of mindful gazing (Trataka)—focusing softly on a candle flame or a distant, fixed point—can profoundly influence the nervous system. This practice is used in some traditions to calm the oculocardiac reflex, which links eye movement and focus to heart rate regulation. By reducing the visual strain and rapid shifts that keep the sympathetic nervous system active, you cue a deep, sustained relaxation response. This helps lower heart rate variability and heart rate, which translates into reduced vascular tension and a lower resting blood pressure.

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41. Increase Dietary Sulfur for Arterial Elasticity

42. Mindful Gazing (Trataka) for Ocular & Systemic Calm

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