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Lack of sleep and anxiety
My father does not sleep well. He sleeps less than 2-3 hours in a day. He's 60 and has hypertension as well. He's not very active physically.
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History incomplete...need more history and have to findput the reason.may require investigations to rule out
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Is he taking his BP medicine regularly on time.
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Main problem behind doesn't sleep is hypertension...so fisrt treat hypertension then take pill for sleep ...
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Sleep helps blood regulate stress hormones and helps nervous system remain healthy. Over time, a lack of sleep could hurt body's ability to regulate stress hormones, leading to high blood pressure. As a home remedy you can do for your father:
1. Take lavender oil , 5 drops add in water, boil it and inhaled steam. This is a potent home remedy sure it will give mind relaxation and good sleep. Do this 20 minutes before going to sleep.
2. Apply few drops Poppy seeds oil over forehead.
3. Meditation and yoga 30 minutes daily.
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avoid coffee,tea and spicy food etc
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Encourage him to walk at least within house in the evening for 15-30mins.
You can use some pills for sleeping, but you won’t get it without proper prescription, please consult me, I’ll give.
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