scholarly journals Pharmaceutical properties of sour tea (Hibiscus sabdariffa), Toward an ideal treatment for Hypertension

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyyed Mohammad Bagher Fazljou ◽  
Raha Kamyab ◽  
Hossein Namdar ◽  
Mohammadali Torbati ◽  
Mostafa Araj-Khodaei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Hibiscus Sabdariffa ◽  
The Public ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Pharmaceutical Properties ◽  
Overweight Or Obesity

High blood pressure is the main risk factor for cardiovascular disease and should be controlled primarily by changes in lifestyle, such as regular exercise, a low-salt diet, and weight loss in overweight or obesity. If lifestyle changes are not enough, many types of medications can be used to control high blood pressure; however, side effects constitute one of the most critical limitations of conventional medicines associated with high blood pressure. For this reason, the use of traditional and herbal medicines has been welcomed by the public for many years. Sour tea (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is one of the most suitable herbal medicines for hypertension. According to research results, sour tea has the same effect as conventional medicines without serious side effects. The present study introduces sour tea as a suitable herbal medicine for high blood pressure to provide readers of this article with a comprehensive understanding of the medicinal properties of sour tea for the treatment of hypertension and its effects on several other common diseases, including cancer.

scholarly journals The Scientific Miracles of Olive (Zaitūn) in the Qur'an: Perspectives of Classic and Scientific Interpretations

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 417
Author(s):  
Ahmad Atabik
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Digestive Tract ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Olive Fruit ◽  
Types Of Knowledge ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Olea Europea ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Risk Of Cancer

Today, commentators use scientific interpretation to investigate various types of knowledge presented by the Qur’an, such as some modern commentators combine scientific studies of fruits cited in the Qur’an with their medicinal properties, such as olives (Olea Europea). According to Al-Baqi, there are at least 7 (seven) verses that mention ‘Zaitūn’ (olives), which are spread across seven different letters. The purpose of this article is to dissect the anatomy of classical and scientific interpretations of the olive fruit in the Qur'an. In the scope of library research, this study employed a thematic method that refers to the literature on commentary books, scientific miracles books of the Qur’an about fruits, and articles in reputable journals. According to the findings of this study, olives are known as the name of a blessed fruit that has advantages over other fruits in several interpretations of the Qur'an. There are various interpretations of the word ‘Zaitūn’; some argue that it refers to the location where many figs and olives grow, namely Jerusalem, where Prophet Isa was born and received revelation. Whereas, scientific interpretation reveals that olives are effective as herbal medicines capable of treating a variety of diseases such as treating the digestive tract in general (particularly the liver), lowering the risk of high blood pressure, treating joint problems in both hands, and lowering the risk of cancer.

scholarly journals Metabolic side effects of clozapine in patients at south ceredigion community mental health team

BJPsych Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (S1) ◽  
pp. S345-S345
Author(s):  
Harish Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Nutritional Intervention ◽  
Serum Glucose ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Fasting Level ◽  
Waist Size ◽  
Patients At Risk

AimsThe aim of the audit was to identify patients at risk of developing Metabolic Syndrome who are on Clozapine in the community. Anyone who has three of following attributes has Metabolic Syndrome. A large waist size (greater than 40 inches in men or 35 inches in women) ,high blood pressure (130/85 mm Hg or higher) ,high triglycerides — a form of fat in the blood (150 mg/dL or higher) ,high blood sugar (a fasting level of 100 mg/dL or higher).Patients receiving should be regularly monitored under clinical review particularly in relation to side effects of the drug and maintain minimum standards of review both physically and clinical investigations once a year .BackgroundTo measure the screening of central obesity, Blood Pressure, serum glucose levels and lipid profile in last one year.MethodData were collected from Blood results and electronic entries of patients who are on Clozapine in South Ceredigion Community Mental Team. There were 31 patients of which 20 were male and 11 were female patients. The age range was 31–66 years and average was 46 years.Result52% of the patients had obesity,34 % with Hypertension,50 %Dyslipidaemia and 43 % had Increased glucose tolerance. 80 % were only on clozapine,3% were on combined Amisulpride, 10% on combined on Ariprazole, 3 % on combined Quetiapine.ConclusionTreatment of causes like making changing lifestyle changes, weigh reduction using health diet and to include regular physical activity. Reduce Abdominal Obesity and in possible provide nutritional intervention.

scholarly journals Mitigating the Devastating Effects of Covid-19 in Nigeria: The Place of Different Forms of Literacy

2021 ◽  
Vol 04 (06) ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard C. Ihejirika ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Media Literacy ◽  
Health Economy ◽  
Literacy Rate ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Hiv Aids

One of the global concerns in contemporary times is COVID-19 pandemic, otherwise known as corona virus, which, according to available records, had its origin in China. The pandemic, from all indications, has had devastating effects in the areas of health, economy, education and socialisation globally. Against this background, this paper reviewed the outbreak of the pandemic and its devastating effects globally and noted that so far, there had not been any known cure. Although efforts had been made by some nations and pharmaceutical outfits to develop vaccines, the paper observed that there had been a whole lot of controversies surrounding the efficacy and side effects of the vaccines, and as a result, many people had avoided making themselves available for the administration of the vaccines. In view of the foregoing, the paper argued that the corona virus, for now, has come to stay with humanity as HIV AIDS and other terminal diseases such as cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes and the like. And as a result, it is suggested that the Nigeria Government should, in addition to other measures already put in place to combat the deadly virus, ensure that the literacy rate of Nigerians as regards reading-writing literacy, media literacy and health literacy is accelerated so that Nigerians will be equipped and empowered to cope with the devastating effects of COVID-19.

scholarly journals Lactotripeptides and antihypertensive effects: a critical review

2008 ◽  
Vol 101 (6) ◽  
pp. 776-786 ◽  
Author(s):  
Esther Boelsma ◽  
Joris Kloek
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Blood Pressure Response ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Healthy Diet ◽  
Elevated Blood Pressure ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Elevated Blood ◽  
Blood Pressure Lowering ◽  
Pressure Lowering

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a significant health problem worldwide. Typically, lifestyle changes, including adopting a healthy diet, are recommended for people with an elevated blood pressure. Lactotripeptides are bioactive milk peptides with potential antihypertensive properties in man. These peptides, as part of a food product or as nutraceutical, may contribute to the prevention and treatment of hypertension. This paper reviews the current evidence of the blood pressure control properties of lactotripeptides in man. Blood pressure-lowering effects of lactotripeptides are typically measured after 4–6 weeks of treatment. However, in some cases, a blood pressure response has been observed after 1–2 weeks. Maximum blood pressure reductions approximate 13 mmHg (systolic blood pressure) and 8 mmHg (diastolic blood pressure) after active treatment compared with placebo, and are likely reached after 8–12 weeks of treatment. Effective dosages of lactotripeptides range from 3·07 to 52·5 mg/d. Evidence indicates that lactotripeptides are only effective at elevated blood pressure; no further lowering of normal blood pressure has been observed. Concomitant intake of antihypertensive medication does not seem to influence the potency of lactotripeptides to lower blood pressure. Similarly, ethnicity has not been found to influence the extent of lactotripeptide-induced blood pressure lowering. Based on the currently available data, lactotripeptides appear to be safe and effective. Thus, they can be part of a healthy diet and lifestyle to prevent or reduce high blood pressure.

What Does the Public Know About High Blood Pressure?

1979 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 39-41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert I. Levy ◽  
Graham W. Ward
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
The Public

High Blood Pressure: Side Effects of Drugs, Poisons, and Food

1988 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 467-474 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shmuel Oren ◽  
Ehud Grossman ◽  
Franz H. Messerli ◽  
Edward D. Frohlich
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Pressure Side

scholarly journals Bioactive Compounds and Antihypertensive Activity of Extracts of Hibiscus sabdariffa L

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (13) ◽  
pp. 12-18
Author(s):  
Perla Yuridia Montes-Rubio ◽  
Héctor Enrique Fabela-Illescas
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Adverse Reactions ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Antihypertensive Activity ◽  
Hibiscus Sabdariffa ◽  
Control Blood Pressure ◽  
Main Risk Factor ◽  
Systemic Arterial Hypertension ◽  
Advanced Stages

Introduction: systemic arterial hypertension (SAH) is the main risk factor for the developing of cardiovascular disease, which the leading cause of death worldwide. One of the best ways to control blood pressure (BP) levels is the combination of lifestyle changes and drug therapy. However, pharmacotherapy is expensive and produces adverse reactions. Thus, it is necessary to find cheap, safe and effective alternative treatments. Hibiscus sabdariffa L. (HS) is a plant that is traditionally used in some countries to treat SAH, which has given rise to various investigations to determine their compounds and their antihypertensive activity. Aim: the present article aims at reviewing the reports that support the antihypertensive activity of extracts from HS in animal and human models Conclusions: the information collected from scientific literature suggests that HS extracts have antihypertensive effects in animals and humans, especially in early stages; however, more studies in advanced stages of hypertension are needed.

scholarly journals Healthy Living: Changing your lifestyle to improve your blood pressure

EDIS ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Karla P. Shelnutt ◽  
Linda B. Bobroff
Keyword(s):  
Blood Pressure ◽  
High Blood Pressure ◽  
Lifestyle Changes ◽  
Healthy Living ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Major Revision ◽  
Dietary Choices

Most people know that high blood pressure can often be improved by making smart dietary choices and choosing foods lower in sodium. But did you know there are other ways to help control high blood pressure and even prevent it? This 4-page fact sheet is a major revision that discusses four lifestyle changes that can help you keep blood pressure down. Written by Karla P. Shelnutt and Linda B. Bobroff, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, revised February 2018.  http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1129

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