Hypertension

Hypertension or high blood pressure is mainly a Pitta disorder. However there are 3 types of hypertension in accordance to Ayurveda. Vata,Pitta, and Kapha types will all show different symptoms and thus need to be treated in different manners. In accordance with the principles of Ayurveda Hypertension can develop mainly due to two reasons. The first way is primarily a Kapha type where being overweight and cholesterol build up causes a reduction of vessel volume and increases the peripheral resistance. The second type is due to Pitta or Vata and develops as a result of stress and anxiety. Knowing what type of hypertension is affecting you will help you manage the situation in a more effective way that is catered to you.

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