Blood Pressure 2: Some notes

Angiotensin II

• This thing is a hormone that regulates BP and fluid balance. it is part of the renin-angiotensin system. This controls the volume of fluids in the body.
• This also has an impact on fat burning, insulin resistance, etc.

How to lower Angiotensin II?

• Reduce sodium: It reduces fluids and this reduces the activation of the renin-angiotensin system (RAS)
• Increase potassium: Helps balance the sodium
• Diet rich in fruits, veggies and whole grains. Low fat. Reduces the need for angiotensin II
• Regular exercise.

Blood Pressure Medication types

• Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers:
  • Block the action of Angiotensin II. This will widen the blood vessels. But the Angiotensin doesnt actually go away, right?
  • olmesartan
• Antiotensin Converting Enzymes (ACE) Inhibitors:
  • They prevent the formation of angiotensin II.
  • lisinopril
  • Potassium , fish oil and garlic act like ace inhibitors
• Beta blocker:
  • Reduces the heart rate, decreases the workload.
  • propranolol
  • magnesium
• Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB):
  • Prevent calcium from entering the blood vessels. This relaxes them
  • amlodipine
  • magnesium, hawthorn
• Diuretics
  • Flush out the sodium
  • hibiscus tea,
• Alpha blockers
• Alpha 2 Receptor Agnonists
• Renin Inhibitors
• Vasodilators
  • Alcohol
  • minoxidil, hydralazine