My blood pressure is quite low at 88/58. Is it safe to go to sleep when it is that low?

Yes, it is safe. Lying down can help since it makes it easier for the heart to push blood to the brain and the main organs.

A decrease in blood pressure is usually not dangerous and those suffering from low blood pressure have a tendency to live longer since their blood vessels are under less stress than those with high blood pressure. However a drop in pressure can still cause symptoms that are rather unpleasant: low endurance, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, a need for more sleep, sweating during exercise, cold extremities, and increased sensitivity to temperature changes. When blood pressure drops there can also be episodes of vision loss, pronounced dizziness and palpitations. Low pressure occurs if the systolic pressure is below 105 for men and 100 for women.

Doctors often consider low blood pressure hereditary and slender women are more likely to have it. It is usually the result of a lack of tonus in blood vessels because they do not respond well to nerve stimulation. This is usually associated with exhausted adrenals that no longer produce enough stress hormones. A low blood sugar level, physical or mental stress, a standing stationary position (especially in the heat), anemia due to blood loss and dehydration can all trigger a drop of blood pressure in susceptible people. Hypothyroidism, poorly controlled diabetes, heart problems, kidney diseases and a prolonged severe disease can also cause a drop in blood pressure.

It is important to eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and legumes (beans, peas, lentils ...) to have enough B vitamins (especially B5) and vitamin C, important factors for the adrenals. A poor assimilation and an important lack of nutrients can also act on blood pressure. To help counter this, Bio-Strath is a good solution since it contains 61 nutrients and is particularly rich in B vitamins. It also improves the assimilation of these same elements in food and other supplements.

In cases of low blood pressure it is very important to drinking plenty of water (a minimum of 2 liters per day) to counteract dehydration. We need that much water a day for all the metabolic process in the body and to eliminate the toxins produced every day. Take a little salt every day because this can help to retain more fluid in circulation but beware do not exaggerate since it can be harmful for the heart in the long run.

Heart Care from A.Vogel contains hawthorn, a plant that has a regulatory effect on blood pressure. It helps regulate the pressure, whether high or low. This is not a product that works very quickly, but when taking it every day, the pressure eventually stabilizes. Once under control, it is possible to adjust the dosage of the product in a way to maintain the effect with a minimal dosage. This plant also has a regulatory effect on the heart rate and reduces plaque build-up on arteries. These are very interesting benefits for heart health.

It is recommended to consult your doctor to check for any other health issues that could cause a drop in your blood pressure.

See the following text for further information on Low blood pressure or hypotension.