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10 Spices and Herbs that Lower Blood Pressure<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/section>\n

Healthy eating has a bland reputation.\u00a0Not\u00a0that it\u2019s completely unearned. We\u2019ve all suffered through\u00a0a flavorless, heart-healthy meal.\u00a0It doesn\u2019t have to be this way, though. There\u2019s a whole world of heart-healthy flavor out there. All it takes to discover it is a quick trip to your spice cabinet\u00a0(or your local grocer).\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

To get you started on your journey to healthy eating with some spice, here are ten herbs and spices that will keep you from reaching for the salt:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>

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Cinnamon<\/h3>\n

Odds are cinnamon has you thinking sweet thoughts, but this spice has\u00a0a lot more versatility<\/a>. This warming spice is good at getting your blood vessels to chill\u00a0and improve blood flow, which is a good thing for your blood pressure and overall heart health.<\/p>\n

Ginger<\/h3>\n

This versatile spice has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes.\u00a0A\u00a0natural calcium channel blocker, ginger\u00a0is a great way to\u00a0naturally\u00a0reduce your blood pressure<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n

Nutmeg<\/h3>\n

Rounding out our trilogy of\u00a0classic,\u00a0sweet and savory holiday spices is possibly the\u00a0most versatile<\/a>\u00a0of them all. Nutmeg\u00a0is packed with antioxidants and has a slew of anti-inflammatory properties,\u00a0which have been shown to help reduce blood pressure and improve heart health.<\/p>\n

Cardamom<\/h3>\n

Another sweet and savory option you may not be as familiar with is cardamom.\u00a0This\u00a0antioxidant-rich\u00a0spice is still relatively new in the world of scientific studies. However, early findings are promising, and\u00a0show that it has the potential to\u00a0safely reduce blood pressure<\/a>\u00a0through its diuretic properties.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n

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Thyme<\/h3>\n

In addition to being something we could all use more of, thyme\u00a0(the herb)\u00a0is really\u00a0good for your heart<\/a>. Studies have shown thyme can reduce blood sugar and increase blood flow. Both of which are good for your heart. Also, it contains compounds which have been shown to reduce blood pressure.<\/p>\n

Basil<\/h3>\n

This common herb is anything but common when it comes to heart health. Sweet basil can help to\u00a0relax blood vessels and reduce blood pressure<\/a>. It may also have calcium channel blocker properties.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n

Garlic<\/h3>\n

Not only is it good for\u00a0keeping\u00a0vampires\u00a0at a distance, garlic also\u00a0boasts properties<\/a>\u00a0that ward off hypertension and heart disease.\u00a0In fact, studies have found that garlic can have a\u00a0similar effect<\/a>\u00a0to some blood pressure medications.<\/p>\n

Mint<\/h3>\n

After all that garlic talk, you\u00a0(and anyone in your vicinity) will\u00a0be happy to hear that mint also has some heart health benefits.\u00a0This antioxidant-rich leaf helps protect your cells from damage and\u00a0reduce your risk of heart disease<\/a>. Plus,\u00a0it comes in tea form, making it a fairly easy addition to your daily routine.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n

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Cayenne Pepper<\/h3>\n

If\u00a0you like your spice to be literal\u00a0and\u00a0with a side of sweat, cayenne pepper is a good way to get your blood flowing (literally<\/a>). This pantry staple is known for increasing blood flow by relaxing your blood vessels. And if\u00a0cayenne isn\u2019t your tastebud burner of choice, capsaicin\u00a0(what gives\u00a0all\u00a0peppers their kick), has been shown\u00a0to help\u00a0reduce blood pressure<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Turmeric<\/h3>\n

This spice may not sound familiar, but if you\u2019ve every enjoyed curry you\u2019ve definitely enjoyed the health benefits of turmeric.\u00a0Studies have shown promising results when it comes to its blood pressure reducing properties,\u00a0when taken regularly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n