Are you looking to lower your blood pressure naturally?

Well, it seems that a moderate amounts of daily Omega-3 fish oil(3-4 grams of oil) has a mild blood pressure reducing effect.

According to an article written by Drs. Maxine Barish-Wrenden and Kay Judge (September 13th ed. , McClatchy Newspapers) Omega-3 fish oils can lower blood pressure naturally, as quoted from small and recent studies conducted by Medical Researches, concluding this very thing.

What is also known about the Omega-3 fish oil from fish deals with its positive action on cardiovascular health, its ability to slightly thin the blood (which reduces the risk of stroke from undesired blood clots), and its overall anti-inflammatory effect on the entire body. Likely this anti-inflammatory, blood thinning and vessels support combination results in the observed decrease in blood pressure.

Drs. Barish-Wrenden and Judge also go on to list additional foods that seem to lower blood pressure naturally, and for the folk medicine fans out there, you’ll likely have most of these items at hand in your cupboard:

• Fish oil (EPA/DHA) has been shown in several small studies to modestly lower blood pressure; doses used were 3-4 grams of EPA/DHA per day (also good for your heart and triglyceride levels).
• Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). This plant-based precursor to EPA/DHA is found in flaxseed, canola and soybean oils, walnuts, green leafy veggies and chocolate (yes!). Higher dietary levels of ALA are associated with lower blood pressure.
• Protein and fiber. One small study in Australia showed that soy protein and soluble fiber (psyllium) together produced a significant drop in blood pressure.
• Extra-virgin olive oil seems to have a positive effect on reducing blood pressure.
• Garlic. Several small studies have shown that the dried garlic product Kwai can modestly lower blood pressure.
• Coenzyme Q10, 60-100 mg twice daily, has been shown to lower blood pressure.
• Yoga, qigong, meditation and other forms of relaxation can lower blood pressure in some individuals.
• The polyphenols in chocolate (especially dark chocolate) can also help to lower blood pressure–with this remedy, you’ll need to account for chocolate calories as part of your overall daily intake of calories. One ounce of dark chocolate per day seems to be enough.