Finally. An indulgence that may actually be good for you.
What is it, you ask? A long, deep massage.
When people with sore muscles received a deep-tissue massage, both their systolic and diastolic blood pressure (BP) numbers dropped several points.
Nice.
More Points for Pressure
There's still more research needed in order to figure out if regular massage could reduce high blood pressure long-term. But in this study, people averaged a short-term drop from about 125/76 down to 115/70 -- after just 45 to 60 minutes of deep-tissue work from a licensed bodyworker. Not too shabby. The massage sessions also induced a relaxing 10-point drop in heart rate.
Ahhh.
What We Know Works
Massage isn't likely to replace lifestyle changes or medications when it comes to managing blood pressure, but what a nice little add-on! Meanwhile, keep your blood pressure healthy with these proven habits:
Lighten up on salt.
Do a walkabout. Exercise helps your BP.Breathe easy.
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