Бързи начини за вдигане на ниското кръвно налягане

Most importantly:

• Causes of low blood pressure
• How to raise low blood pressure?
• What not to do when experiencing low blood pressure?
• Foods suitable for low blood pressure. 

You may have experienced low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, if you have ever experienced dizziness, weakness and even fainting. Although it's rare for it to be more dangerous than high blood pressure, it's important to know how to raise it quickly. Reacting on time can prevent more serious problems. 

Read on to find out which are the several effective methods for quickly raising low blood pressure, which you can apply wherever it happens. To find out if you have low blood pressure, we recommend regularly monitoring your blood pressure (BP). Sendo's automatic BP monitors are easy to use and provide clinical precision at home, while also storing your data and detecting arrhythmias. 

What are the most common causes of low blood pressure

A low BP reading that should raise some concern and require you to raise it would be around 90/60 mm Hg. This reading can be the result of a variety of factors. Here are some of the most common ones:

• Dehydration: Insufficient fluid intake can lead to a decrease in blood volume. This results in a decrease in blood pressure.
• Emotional stress and tension: Our nervous system can greatly affect our cardiovascular system. This is often reflected in a sharp drop in blood pressure.
• Medication: Some medications, including diuretics, antidepressants, and blood pressure-lowering medications, can cause hypotension as a side effect.
• Heart problems: Some heart conditions, such as bradycardia (slow heart rate) and heart failure, can lead to lower blood pressure.
• Hormonal imbalance: Endocrine disorders, such as hypothyroidism or Addison's disease, can lead to low blood pressure.
• Pregnancy: The circulatory system of women expands during pregnancy, which can cause a drop in blood pressure.
• Blood loss: Significant blood loss due to trauma or internal bleeding can cause a decrease in blood pressure. The same can happen when donating blood. Значителна загуба на кръв вследствие на травма или вътрешно кървене може да доведе до понижаване на кръвното налягане. Същото може да се случи и при даряване на кръв. 

Effective and easy methods to raise blood pressure

There are several methods you can use to quickly and easily prevent the unpleasant symptoms of low blood pressure:

Drink more water

Drinking more water is one of the easiest and most effective ways to raise blood pressure. Hydration improves circulation and keeps blood vessels well filled. To stay hydrated you can drink other fluids besides water. They should be free of excess sugars. A good and tasty alternative are some herbal or fruit teas.  

Lift or elevating your legs 

Raising your legs above heart level effectively returns blood to the heart and brain.  This improves blood circulation and increases the pressure in the blood vessels. Lie on your back and place your feet on a pillow or other raised surface for a few minutes at a time.

Consume drinks with salt 

Salt helps retain water in the body, which increases blood volume and raises blood pressure. Drinking salty beverages such as some sports drinks can be beneficial. It is important to be careful with the amount of salt you consume, as too much leads to other health and heart problems.

Using automatic BP devices such as Sendo help to monitor how quickly these methods have an effect and whether any arrhythmias are detected. This will help you decide which to use in more critical situations and which to use when you don't have extremely low blood pressure, but are still experiencing mild symptoms.

What should you avoid when dealing with low blood pressure?

When it comes to managing low blood pressure, it's equally important to know what not to do. Here are some things to avoid:

• Don't skip meals: Skipping meals can cause blood sugar to drop, which further lowers blood pressure.  
• Avoid getting up abruptly: Standing up abruptly from a lying or sitting position can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure.
• Do not abuse alcohol: Alcohol temporarily causes a drop in blood pressure, so it is wise to avoid its use.
• Avoid hot showers and saunas: Hot showers and saunas dilate the blood vessels, causing a decrease in blood pressure. Avoid long stays in them.
   

Foods for low blood pressure 

Proper nutrition is important for maintaining healthy blood pressure. Here are some foods that can help raise low blood pressure:

• Salty foods: As mentioned salt raises blood pressure. Include a moderate amount of salty foods like olives, pickles, and cheeses in your diet.
• Foods rich in vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 supports the production of red blood cells. It is found in meat, eggs, and dairy products.
• Foods rich in folic acid: Folic acid is very important for blood cell health. Eat leafy green vegetables, legumes and whole grain products. Another effective way to add folic acid to your diet can be through supplements such as Folacid Meta..
• Caffeinated drinks: Caffeine temporarily raises blood pressure. Drinking coffee or black tea can help momentarily raise blood pressure.

Regularly measuring your blood pressure with Sendo's automatic BP monitors will help you see in real time how these foods affect your BP and health. This will allow you to easily make changes in your diet. 

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FAQ: 

Why does low blood pressure happen?

• Low blood pressure has many different causes, including: emotional stress, fear, insecurity, or pain (the most common causes of fainting). Dehydration, which reduces blood volume. Also sometimes the body's reaction to heat, which is to direct blood to the skin vessels, leading to dehydration.

Can low blood pressure cause headaches?

• Low blood pressure can cause headaches. When blood pressure is too low, the brain may not get enough blood and oxygen, leading to headaches, dizziness, fatigue and sometimes nausea.