Essential oils for hypotension

What is hypotension?

Most of us know the disease called hypertension, where blood pressure is above the recommended safe limit. Yet, the contrary exists too, with a blood pressure lower than the normal limits, although it is far less common. This disease is called hypotension.

However, people with a too low blood pressure may be prone to dizziness and fainting. They may also feel cold and tired easily. There is also a risk that their pressure falls below the level required to correctly supply blood to the organs. This can be a serious problem and is definitely something you do not want to occur.

Essential oils for hypotension

Several essential oils allow to handle this problem:

• Rosemary oil can be used to raise blood pressure. It has indeed tonic and stimulating properties, which correspond to the needs of people with low blood pressure.
• Black Pepper and Peppermint essential oils can also be helpful, being stimulant oils too. They are recommended notably if fainting is a frequent problema.
• Finally, Hyssop and Clary Sage are other good essential oils that can help.

The best therapy is to do a vigorous massage with 2-3 of these oils diluted in a carrier oil. Massage is the best option, as it will stimulate the blood circulation at the same time.