Russell Mariani, Digestive Wellness Expert and Author of Healing Digestive Illness
Blood Pressure
Hello- I purchased your book and am thinking of starting the water cure. I am treated with a very low dose of Lisinopril for blood pressure. Will the salted water impact my blood pressure?
Thanks for your reply
Kathy
A:
Hi Kathy,
Thanks for your question about hydration, salt, blood pressure and blood pressure medication. And yes, they are all connected. My experience over 40 years has taught me that "a well nourished body doesn't make mistakes." And this means that when the body is consistently receiving all the things it needs to maintain balance and harmony and health... a symptom like high blood pressure (or low blood pressure) simply does not happen. So it is always interesting
to ask ourselves: "Why is my body producing this particular symptom or condition? What is my body trying to communicate to me with this symptom? What changes do I need to make in my diet and lifestyle in order to empower my body to make whatever corrections and repairs it needs to make and restore my physiology to normal functioning? Think about it; our blood is a fluid, which means that the total content as well as the texture (thickness or thinness) of our blood must be affected by hydration levels. And it's true; one of the root causes of blood pressure imbalances is a state of chronic unintentional dehydration. The watercure recipe, which is a method of restoring proper hydration levels to all the cells in the body on a daily basis, is a safe and effective means to assist our body in restoring normal blood pressure levels. The amount of sea salt in the water we drink is one quarter of a teaspoon per quart which is equal to one level teaspoon per gallon. This is not a lot of salt but it's important to build up gradually when you are first beginning the watercure, both in the amount of water you drink and the amount of salt you put into the water. I have never found that anyone needs more salt than this in their water for the watercure to be effective, so keep that in mind; but I have often found that; especially in the beginning for some people, they do just fine with less salt than the suggested amount. How much less? It varies from person to person and so each person really needs to experiment and find out what works best for them.
It's important to understand the difference between commercial table salt and best quality, mineral-rich sea salt. Commercial table salt is a highly processed totally denatured, unnatural and very imbalanced substance. Doctors and Health Practitioners are correct in banning it from the diet. It should be banned. Commercial grade table salt is toxic and produces many adverse health effects including hypertension and high blood pressure. Best quality, mineral-rich,
organic sea salt on the other hand is a substance that has been used in traditional healthy human diets for thousands of years in almost all cultures all around the world. Just because a product says "sea salt" don't be fooled. There are many companies trying to cash in on the increased consumer interest in gourmet foods and condiments including all kinds of interesting salts. I have used Celtic Gray Sea Salt since the mid-1970's and I continue to use it and
recommend it. You can find it in most Whole Foods Market stores or online at www.selinanaturally.com
Lastly, and most importantly, all questions about medication must be presented to your medical doctor. Any time you make improvements to your diet and lifestyle, you are causing your physiology to also improve. This means that cellular metabolism becomes more efficient. This means that you will more efficiently utilize everything you put into your body...food, beverages, supplements, AND medications. All medications produce adverse side-effects and it is your job as a consumer of medication to make sure that your prescribing physician has adequately informed you about the proper use of any and all medications you consume...and this includes an explanation of adverse side-effects. It is always OUR own personal responsibility to inform the doctors in charge of our medical care (especially doctors who are overseeing any prescription medications we are currently taking) of any major changes in our health status. My experience is that most medical doctors are thrilled to discover that medications can be lowered and even discontinued altogether...if and when...their patient gets healthier. And...it is always the patient's ultimate responsibility to be and become more proactive in their own self-care. This is the new medicine that is happening and it's very exciting to be a part of it all.
Thanks for your reply
Kathy
A:
Hi Kathy,
Thanks for your question about hydration, salt, blood pressure and blood pressure medication. And yes, they are all connected. My experience over 40 years has taught me that "a well nourished body doesn't make mistakes." And this means that when the body is consistently receiving all the things it needs to maintain balance and harmony and health... a symptom like high blood pressure (or low blood pressure) simply does not happen. So it is always interesting
to ask ourselves: "Why is my body producing this particular symptom or condition? What is my body trying to communicate to me with this symptom? What changes do I need to make in my diet and lifestyle in order to empower my body to make whatever corrections and repairs it needs to make and restore my physiology to normal functioning? Think about it; our blood is a fluid, which means that the total content as well as the texture (thickness or thinness) of our blood must be affected by hydration levels. And it's true; one of the root causes of blood pressure imbalances is a state of chronic unintentional dehydration. The watercure recipe, which is a method of restoring proper hydration levels to all the cells in the body on a daily basis, is a safe and effective means to assist our body in restoring normal blood pressure levels. The amount of sea salt in the water we drink is one quarter of a teaspoon per quart which is equal to one level teaspoon per gallon. This is not a lot of salt but it's important to build up gradually when you are first beginning the watercure, both in the amount of water you drink and the amount of salt you put into the water. I have never found that anyone needs more salt than this in their water for the watercure to be effective, so keep that in mind; but I have often found that; especially in the beginning for some people, they do just fine with less salt than the suggested amount. How much less? It varies from person to person and so each person really needs to experiment and find out what works best for them.
It's important to understand the difference between commercial table salt and best quality, mineral-rich sea salt. Commercial table salt is a highly processed totally denatured, unnatural and very imbalanced substance. Doctors and Health Practitioners are correct in banning it from the diet. It should be banned. Commercial grade table salt is toxic and produces many adverse health effects including hypertension and high blood pressure. Best quality, mineral-rich,
organic sea salt on the other hand is a substance that has been used in traditional healthy human diets for thousands of years in almost all cultures all around the world. Just because a product says "sea salt" don't be fooled. There are many companies trying to cash in on the increased consumer interest in gourmet foods and condiments including all kinds of interesting salts. I have used Celtic Gray Sea Salt since the mid-1970's and I continue to use it and
recommend it. You can find it in most Whole Foods Market stores or online at www.selinanaturally.com
Lastly, and most importantly, all questions about medication must be presented to your medical doctor. Any time you make improvements to your diet and lifestyle, you are causing your physiology to also improve. This means that cellular metabolism becomes more efficient. This means that you will more efficiently utilize everything you put into your body...food, beverages, supplements, AND medications. All medications produce adverse side-effects and it is your job as a consumer of medication to make sure that your prescribing physician has adequately informed you about the proper use of any and all medications you consume...and this includes an explanation of adverse side-effects. It is always OUR own personal responsibility to inform the doctors in charge of our medical care (especially doctors who are overseeing any prescription medications we are currently taking) of any major changes in our health status. My experience is that most medical doctors are thrilled to discover that medications can be lowered and even discontinued altogether...if and when...their patient gets healthier. And...it is always the patient's ultimate responsibility to be and become more proactive in their own self-care. This is the new medicine that is happening and it's very exciting to be a part of it all.
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