The increase in blood pressure depends on a person’s age, sex, physical and mental activities, family history, and also diet. Normal blood pressure of a healthy adult individual is 120 mmHg systolic and 80 mmHg diastolic. Also Read: World Hypertension Day 2019: Yoga asanas to help manage high blood pressureDr Partap Chauhan, director of Jiva Ayurveda, says that Ayurvedic treatment for hypertension has a long-term and deeper impact because instead of controlling symptoms, it treats the root-cause of the problem. AdvertisingOn World Hypertension Day, which is celebrated on May 17 every year to create awareness about high blood pressure, he suggests a few ways to manage hypertension through Ayurveda. Also Read: World Hypertension Day 2019: Know about the signs, risks and treatment for hypertension*Chew 2-3 raw garlic cloves every day.

Source: Indian Express May 17, 2019 04:00 UTC