Quote Originally Posted by dasamm
Hey JT sorry about your little sister. I dont know much about this, but have taken some biology/neuroscience courses and am kind of a health person.

Obviously, exercising will raise blood pressure. You said she can't lift any thing heavy, but probably some moderated exercise 3-4 days a week would help.

Also, found that these herbs will help raise blood pressure:

* Bitter orange
* Ephedra (ma-huang)
* Ginseng
* Licorice
* St. John's wort

You can find Ginseng and St. John's Wort at basically any health food, supplement place. Could likely find all of them at vitaminshoppe.com or gnc.com


But if it's a neurological problem then I dont know how much supplements would do. How low is her blood pressure and has she ever fainted or anything b/c of it?


Should probably mention to her that blood pressure drops during the first 24 weeks of pregnancy. Just in case she gets any ideas
sorry to hear about your situation.. I like bitter orange and Ma Huang and a strong cup of coffee., to get a good boost before roadwork . maybe it could help some? .. I would seek the advise of an herbalist. a good Chinese acupuncturist. best of luck JT to everyone posting advise