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Danshensu or salvianic acid A is an alpha hydroxy carboxylic acid.It is found in the plants Salvia miltiorrhiza, and Melissa officinalis.It is a component of some traditional Chinese medicine.
It should not be used in people with significant kidney problems or low blood sodium. [1] It appears to be safe to use during pregnancy. [1] It is a synthetic analogue of vasopressin, the hormone that plays roles in the control of the body's osmotic balance, blood pressure regulation, kidney function, [2] and reduction of urine production. [1]
A 2019 study also found that disrupted sleep was more likely to cause spikes in blood pressure during the evening, as well as the day after. Chronic stress can also lead to an increased risk.
The link between dehydration and blood pressure. Dehydration can sometimes cause low blood pressure that can lead to fainting, but not drinking enough water also can result in high blood pressure ...
Dark chocolate is rich in flavanols, a natural compound that can lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of stroke and heart disease, adds Frances Largeman-Roth, a registered dietitian. She ...
An antihypotensive, also known as vasopressor, is an agent that raises blood pressure by constricting blood vessels, thereby increasing systemic vascular resistance. This is different from inotropes which increase the force of cardiac contraction. Some substances do both (e.g. dopamine, dobutamine).
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For most people, recommendations are to reduce blood pressure to less than or equal to somewhere between 140/90 mmHg and 160/100 mmHg. [2] In general, for people with elevated blood pressure, attempting to achieve lower levels of blood pressure than the recommended 140/90 mmHg will create more harm than benefits, [3] in particular for older people. [4]