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FAITH, HEALTH & HEALING DEVOTIONAL – DAY 18

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Black Health Matters

“ Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.” – Proverbs 4:23

Literally, the scripture above is completely correct when it comes to human health as life stops the moment the heart stops. It requires all diligence and attention which unfortunately most people ignore.

The heart itself is an energy pump that starts working right after conception has taken place. It is actually the main object that evidently indicates life when a pregnant woman goes under a scan at early stages of pregnancy.

Studies have shown that hypertension is more prevalent among Africans than other races. Not only is it more prevalent but Africans descents develop hypertension earlier in life than other races.

Integrity of the blood, integrity of blood vessels, the conditions of the muscles and structures of the heart are among the areas to be considered while addressing hypertension. Nutritional factor, genetics, race, psychological and spiritual factors are also to be addressed.

Ignorantly, many young people already tagged high blood pressure as a disease of the elderly. Most developed countries with poor access to standard health care often avoid regular and comprehensive medical exams which can help in early detection of the condition.

Constant medical check is important as we advocate every home to have a personal sphygmomanometer. Unresolved headaches could be a sign of blood pressure running wild. There are two readings with the upper one named Systolic and the lower reading Diastolic. Again, the Systolic should never be above 140 and the Diastolic should never be above 90.

When the factors earlier mentioned are addressed, high blood pressure is normalized. With cases of blood integrity, mostly blood coagulation is at the root which is where blood thinning comes to play. This can be achieved by consuming garlic, cayenne, Omega-3 oil, cinnamon, etc.

Certain blood vessels are clogged sometimes with cholesterol which had been mobilized to cover a damaged or broken pipe. This can be helped thru chelation and stopping the factors responsible for clogging to avoid re-clogging.

Abdominal obesity have been shown to be responsible for 51% of high blood pressure in people of African descent especially among men. It will be helpful for men to ensure their waistline when measured around the navel does not exceed 36. Sedentary living and poor diet if avoided can help resolve abdominal obesity.

Certain health conditions like renal impairment and diabetes can lead to hypertension. It is important to resolve such conditions to normalize high blood pressure. Hibiscus tea is a natural diuretic without side effects for people treating high blood pressure.

Among several other factors to be considered is the exposure to sunlight. This seems to be the unresolved reason for the prevalence of this condition among people of color. It would take a longer exposure to sunlight (not sun heat) for the production of the required amount of Vitamin D because of the skin pigmentation.

Africans living in other regions where there are more winters had aided the study and conclusion that HBP is higher in blacks than white people for this obvious reason which would further affect metabolic functions, mineral absorption, psychological functions, etc.

The scripture says in Isaiah 26:3 that God would keep in perfect peace those whose hearts are stayed on him. Anxiety, agitations, disappointments, bitterness, anger, un-forgiveness are best resolved by staying focused on God. Many HBP issues are traceable to these factors as well.

Confession: Thank you Lord for your peace that exceeds all understanding. My heart is stayed on you and is thereby guarded and guided by your peace.

CAVEAT:
This is not a substitute for medical care. Ensure you keep working with your health care provider. Questions can be sent to mwd3health@gmail.com or info@nutraceuticalng.com

© 2016. Nutraceutical Health Solutions. www.nutraceuticalng.com

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