“Hypertension: A Thai Traditional Medicine Perspective”

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From the perspective of Thai traditional medicine, blood pressure is linked to the balance of the four body elements, particularly the wind element, which controls blood circulation. An imbalance of elements may lead to high or low blood pressure.

Risk Factors for Imbalance

Diet: High-fat, salty, or pickled foods
Emotions: Stress, anger
Lifestyle: Lack of rest, insufficient physical activity

Thai Traditional Approaches

Acupressure massage: Relieves stress and stimulates circulation
Herbal remedies: Use herbs with bland or bitter tastes, or nourishing effects, such as roselle, garlic, and gotu kola

Precautions

Thai traditional care serves as a complementary therapy and should be combined with conventional medical treatment for safety and effectiveness.