THEThe heat increases and the pressure lowers. Well yes, that moment of the year has arrived when the force of gravity seems to have it with us. But it is not laziness, nor weakness: it is Summer hypotension, better known as low pressure. A condition that affects above all we women, accomplices hormones, slow circulation and out of control temperatures. Those who suffer from it knows very well what we are talking about: Tiredness, blind guns, lack of appetite and that inexplicable desire to sit immediately everywhere. But is there a remedy for all this?
What is meant by low pressure?
There low pressureor hypotension, manifests itself with a combination of clearly recognizable symptoms: exhaustion, muscle weakness, difficulty concentrating, light head and, in some cases, nausea. We talk about hypotension When the values descend under the 90/60 mmHg. It is a rather common condition, especially among women, in particular young or fertile. Although not dangerous in most cases, it can affect the quality of life, making the summer days even more tiring. In the most extreme cases, it can cause falls or short losses of consciousnessespecially with the intense heat that accentuates the vasodilation.
Low pressure or “drop in sugars”?
Be careful not to confuse the low pressure with hypoglycaemia Because both conditions can give similar sensations. Do you know when you get up from the sofa and the floor seems to collapse, you don’t see us anymore and look for a jamm of the door to cling to? Here is the so -called “Fall of sugar” (hypoglycaemia): uNa decrease in blood glucose levels that has different causes and remedies than low pressure. Popular belief suggests drinking water and sugar to recover, but this remedy works only in case of hypoglycaemia, not of hypotension.
Natural remedies for low pressure
The good news? Some small daily habits they can make a difference. The first is simple: Drink water regularly throughout the day. A pinch of salt In addition, it can help restore the blood volume. Excellent ally also the pure licoriceas well as the Salini supplements based on magnesium and potassium. Also a coffee or a green tea They can give an extra push, provided they are consumed in moderation: too much caffeine risks increasing the diuresis and worsening the picture. The power supply must be varied and balanced: better light but frequent meals, with foods rich in iron (thin red meats, liver, legumes), Vitamin C (citrus fruits, kiwi, peppers), Vitamin B12And folaressential to prevent anemia. Fruit, vegetables and mineral water rich in salts help to maintain thehydration and the right pressure tone.
What to avoid if I suffer from hypotension
There are also things from avoid. The alcoholthe Drainant herbal teasthe waters minimally mineralized They are not ideal: they favor diuresis and make further salts lose. Same goes for the too restrictive dietsespecially the ketogenic or poor carbohydrates: without sugar, the pressure can lower even more. Also eye to some foods that reduce iron absorption, such as raw spinach or The excess bran. The balance, once again, is the key.
Movement yes, but with attention
THE’sweet physical activity It can be a great ally. Light walks, yoga, postural exercises help to stimulate the circulation and strengthen the vascular tone. But be careful: no to sport in the hottest hours and never without adequately reinstatement liquids and salts. Those who are subject to hypotension should always have one with them water bottleone salty snacks (or sweet, if necessary), and learn to listen to your body. The signs of malaise should not be ignored, but recognized and managed with kindness.
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