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Heart, Circulation, Arteriosclerosis
The heart is a hollow muscle about the size of a fist and consists of two halves. With each beat it pumps approximately 70 ml of deoxygenated blood from the right heart into the lungs and the same amount of oxygenated blood from the left heart into the circulatory system. To fill itself again the right heart pulls deoxygenated blood from the body, and with the left heart oxygenated blood from the lungs. In the course of an average life the heart will have provided the body with blood around 2.5 billion times.
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Heart, Circulation, Arteriosclerosis
Hypertension / Low Blood Pressure
Contrary to high blood pressure, low blood pressure does not cause any vascular damage. Nevertheless, for those affected the functional complications such as rapid fatigue, headaches, vertigo, heart palpitations, ringing in the ears, etc., lower the quality of life. Besides the appropriate lifestyle changes (a sedentary lifestyle and stress are contributing factors), one can stabilize blood pressure with the use of hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha)
A.Vogel recommends:
- Use hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) to stabilize blood pressure.
- Stretch vigorously and breathe deeply before standing up.
- Substitute vegetable broth for coffee in the morning. Exercise is helpful.
- Engage in daily hydrotherapy: cold water applications to the upper body stimulate circulation, for instance, bathing arms/upper body with cold water, or a water jet massage of the chest and upper body.
- A regular intake of carrots (Daucus carota) is beneficial.
Essential Hypertension / High Blood Pressure
In the industrialized world 1 out 5 people suffer from high blood pressure. Essential hypertension, i.e. a form in which the causes are unknown, is the most frequent. Risk factors include genetic predisposition, diet (salt consumption, obesity) and hormonal influences (with women onset often occurs during menopause). Contrary to low blood pressure, high blood pressure can reduce life expectancy and cause vascular damage. For this reason it calls for treatment with a primary focus on maintaining healthy body weight and getting regular exercise.
A.Vogel recommends:
- In mild cases use hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) to regulate blood pressure.
- People with salt sensitivity should reduce their salt intake: about 1 out of 2 persons with hypertension are sensitive to salt. Ready-made meals are the main source of this intake.
- Physical exercise combined with relaxation techniques or autogenic training is effective. Training regularly is an essential success factor.
- Lose excess weight.
- Reduce alcohol consumption.
- Quit smoking.
Onset of Declining Heart Performance
In a state of rest the heart pumps about 5 litres per minute into the lungs and circulatory system. Physical activity brings about a marked raise in heart performance. In extreme cases the heart can supply up to 25 litres of blood. With advancing age, as well as with an overburdened heart due to high blood pressure and coronary vascular constriction (among other factors), the heart’s capacity to adapt to greater demands increasingly declines. Medical treatment is applied based on the specific causes. However, heart function can already be supported early on. Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) offers support for the onset of declining heart performance.
A.Vogel recommends:
- Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) improves coronary blood flow, oxygen supply and heart muscle function.
- Try to attain your ideal weight.
- Eat light, potassium rich (plenty of vegetables) and low salt meals, especially in the evening.
Coronary Sclerosis
The coronary vessels supply the heart with oxygenated blood. Arteriosclerosis constricts coronary vessels. This reduces blood flow to the heart which leads to an imbalance between oxygen demand and supply. The end result is a weakened, or in advanced cases, damaged heart muscle. The progressive process can lead to a heart attack and is the most frequent cause of death in industrialized countries.
A.Vogel recommends:
- The complimentary use of hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) helps coronary blood flow and thus improves the heart muscle’s blood and oxygen supply.
- Otherwise, the same recommendations as for arteriosclerosis.
Arteriosclerosis / Hardening of the Arteries
Arteriosclerosis designates a pathological change in the vascular wall. Deposits of cholesterol, fat, blood platelets, calcium and other substances thicken and harden the inner vascular surface. They constrict the arteries, diminish blood flow and increase the danger of blood clot formation. Contributing factors are lack of exercise, obesity, high blood fat levels, high blood pressure, smoking and diabetes as well as repeated infections. If these factors can be eliminated, or at least reduced, then the artery aging process can be significantly slowed down.
A.Vogel recommends:
- Garlic (Allium sativum) and hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha) have proven to be effective for long term therapy.
- It is important to have a sufficient supply of plant-based cell and artery protecting vitamins. A healthy, young adult’s vitamin E, C and beta-carotene or carotenoid needs are met with a daily dose of approx. 300 grams of fresh vegetables and fruits, and vegetable fats (for ex., wheat germ oil). Risk groups such as smokers and work-stressed managers accordingly require higher intakes.
- Stay active: regular exercise can significantly diminish the risk of arteriosclerosis. Regular sport activity lowers the concentration of artery damaging LDL cholesterol while elevating levels of artery protecting HDL cholesterol. Exercise and sport also contribute to metabolizing triglycerides and other blood fats. Bodily activity reduces stress and has a relaxing effect that contributes to attaining or maintaining a state of well being.
- Reduce any eventual excess weight: fat accumulation in the belly area is particularly risky.
- Try to maintain a balanced and relaxed lifestyle: unhealthy stress raises the level of damaging blood fats and contributes to arteriosclerosis development.
- Eat nutritious foods including plenty of raw fruit and vegetables.
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