With the changes in modern lifestyles, high blood pressure and coronary heart disease have become common health problems for people. And what to do when both happen to the same person at the same time?As an experienced veteran Chinese medicine practitioner, I will combine Chinese medicine theories and ancient and modern prescriptions to answer your questions.
High blood pressure, commonly known as the "health killer," is a disease in which the blood exerts excessive pressure on the walls of blood vessels. Coronary heart disease, on the other hand, is a disease caused by insufficient blood supply to the coronary arteries, which is mainly manifested as angina pectoris or myocardial infarction. The pathogenesis of hypertension and coronary heart disease has many similarities, such as abnormal vascular endothelial function and increased blood viscosity. Therefore, when both exist at the same time, a comprehensive ** measure is required.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that hypertension and coronary heart disease are both "stasis" and "qi stagnation" diseases. Stasis refers to the stagnation of blood in the blood vessels, while qi stagnation refers to the poor flow of qi and blood. Therefore, the first task is to regulate the blood and activate the blood.
First of all, diet is very important. We can choose some Chinese herbal medicines, such as Shou Wu, Hawthorn, etc., which have the effect of dissipating cold in warmth, promoting qi and invigorating blood. In addition, attention should be paid to controlling salt intake in the diet and avoiding greasy and high-cholesterol foods. In addition, paying attention to the diversity of the diet and consuming the right amount of fresh vegetables and fruits will help to maintain the elasticity of blood vessels and the good state of endothelial function.
Secondly, herbal conditioning is also an important means. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that coronary heart disease and high blood pressure are related to the dysfunction of organs such as the heart, kidneys, and lungs, and these dysfunctions can be improved through the conditioning of Chinese herbal medicine. For example, herbs such as Zhimu, Salvia, and Ejiao have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, invigorating blood and removing blood stasis, which can improve the function of the cardiovascular system, lower blood pressure and alleviate the symptoms of coronary heart disease.
In addition, acupuncture is also an effective means for high blood pressure and coronary heart disease. Acupuncture regulates the balance of qi and blood in the body by stimulating specific acupuncture points, improving heart function and blood flow. For example, Taichong acupoint, Neiguan acupoint, Shenmen acupoint and so on are commonly used acupuncture points, which have certain curative effects on lowering blood pressure and improving the symptoms of coronary heart disease.
To sum up, when high blood pressure meets coronary heart disease, we can use traditional Chinese medicine theories and ancient and modern prescriptions to synthesize**. Through dietary conditioning, herbal conditioning and acupuncture**, the function of the cardiovascular system can be improved, and the qi and blood can be regulated, so as to alleviate the symptoms of hypertension and coronary heart disease, and improve the quality of life of patients.
Health References:
1. zou j, chen sl. traditional chinese medicine for treatment of hypertension, a promising approach of alternative therapy for hypertension. international journal of hypertension. 2013.