High Blood Pressure – What You Should Know

According to the American Heart Association close to half of the US population over the age of 20 has high blood pressure! When gone untreated HBP increases risks of heart attack, reduced kidney function, vision loss, cognitive and memory issues, stroke, metabolic syndrome, arterial damage, blocked or ruptured blood vessels and aneurysm.

This is a cause for concern because high blood pressure often shows no signs or symptoms until it gets to the extreme level referred to as “hypertensive.”  At that point, you may notice confusion, ear noise, nosebleeds, tiredness, chest pains, headaches, irregular heartbeat, sleep disturbances and/or vision changes.

High blood pressure (HBP) means the pressure in your arteries is higher than it should be. Another name for high blood pressure is hypertension.  Blood pressure is written as two numbers, such as 112/78. The top number (systolic) is the pressure when the heart beats. The bottom number (diastolic) is the pressure when the heart rests.

Bad News-Good News: The risk of cardiovascular disease doubles for every 10-point increase in diastolic pressure or every 20-point increase in systolic pressure. Fortunately, the risks decrease when these same numbers drop by the same amount. Most heart attacks and strokes occur in people whose blood pressure is not high enough for doctors to justify the risks of being medicated.

If you are currently taking prescribed medication to control HBP it’s advised that you ask your pharmacist to learn the potential adverse effects of the drug(s) you are taking. Some are proven to increase risk of diabetes, increased cholesterol, and other dangerous effects. Taking the natural approach is often smarter and safer in the long-term.

Know what healthy blood pressure should be and work to keep it there. Check your blood pressure at home daily and notice what triggers it to rise and fall and track it. Check both arms now and then to see if blood pressure is the same in both arms. If not, discuss it with your health care provider immediately.

Common HBP Triggers

• Your kidneys are at the center of most cases of HBP due to their role in balancing sodium and potassium levels.
• High blood glucose levels reduce levels of the powerful vasodilator nitric oxide in the blood vessels. This reduction in nitric oxide increases the risk of high blood pressure because it leads to a narrowing of the vessels and impaired circulation. 
• Type II diabetes
• Insulin Resistance
• High cholesterol
• Dehydration
• Stress
• Insufficient sleep
• Physical inactivity/sedentary lifestyle
• Unhealthy diet
• Alcohol and tobacco smoke
• Inflammation in the arteries

Healthy Habits Striction BP

Many people prefer to have alternatives to prescription medications whenever possible. Striction BP is an advanced formula designed to be safe and effective for long-term use, should that be your choice. The ingredients address many of the issues related to HBP triggers listed above.

Ceylon Cinnamon 

The secret to Striction BP's effectiveness is our unique formula delivering “true” cinnamon called Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum). This is different from cassia cinnamon we are all familiar with. Cassia contains a hot, sharp, toxic substance called coumarin, a chemical compound found in several plants that can cause liver damage in large doses.

The main active compound in Ceylon cinnamon is cinnamaldehyde, which according to studies offers a variety of potential health benefits. We encourage you to research this on your own to learn more than what we can publish here. It is fascinating!

Vitamin B6 as P-5-P

This formula includes a generous dose of the most active and bioavailable form of vitamin B6 called P-5-P (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate). Studies show that P-5-P is generally considered to be more effective than other forms because it is the form our bodies utilize and requires no conversion by the liver. P-5-P is a cofactor for more than 150 enzymes in the body and offers a wide array of health benefits.  Studies show that P-5-P may be effective in supporting healthy blood pressure in the hypertensive population. It is also known to support improved magnesium uptake and vice versa.

Magnesium Malate

Magnesium is one of the single most important nutrients that is necessary for good health and a healthy cardiovascular system. It is commonly deficient in most Americans for a wide variety of reasons. The amount included in Striction BP is insufficient for meeting daily requirements but is ideal for activating the other ingredients in the formula. For meeting daily requirements, we offer our best-selling formula Healthy Habits Daily Essential Magnesium. 

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Our satisfied customers tell us how much they appreciate this potent alternative to pharmaceutical options and the great results they are enjoying. Numerous clinical studies have detailed the benefits of these natural ingredients in combating unhealthy blood pressure. We are proud to have successfully combined them into a proprietary formulation that has received rave reviews and supports our customers to live healthier and happier lives.

What else can I do about HBP?

Eat foods rich in potassium, unless your health care provider advises against it due to impaired kidney health. Aim for 3,500 – 5,000 mg of dietary potassium daily. Avocados, coconut water, bananas, prune juice, carrot juice, NF plain yogurt, sweet potatoes, white beans, beet greens, fish and tomato sauce are all excellent sources.

Healthy Habits has been serving our customers for over 2 decades and we take great care to deliver the very best quality ingredients for all our supplements. Take advantage of our 365 Day No-Rush Satisfaction Guarantee to evaluate it for 365 days and if you don’t love it – you can take us up on our “Best in Industry” 365-day guarantee.

Caution: This product supports a healthy blood pressure level.  Please discuss taking this product, with your healthcare practitioner, if you are taking a prescription for blood pressure.  We suggest you monitor your blood pressure regularly to prevent it from dropping too low.

Scientific Studies

What does cinnamon do to a male body?

Sperm production and sperm motility are increased due to increased sexual desire, and there is increased production of sperms from testosterone when one consumes cinnamon. Cinnamon is a spice that can improve good cholesterol in the body known as HDL, and further regulates the level of bad cholesterol.  

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Does ceylon cinnamon increase testosterone?

Several studies have reported a protective effect of dietary antioxidants and vitamins A, B, C, and E on sperm DNA against free radicals and improvement of the blood‒testis barrier stability. As the use of cinnamon leads to the elevation of testosterone secretion, it could enhance its fertility properties (18, 19).

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Insulin helps regulate sodium reabsorption in the kidneys, which is important for maintaining blood pressure. When insulin levels are high, the body reabsorbs more sodium, which can lead to water retention and high blood pressure. 

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