1. Give in to hunger.
Sugar and salt are both essential in keeping your blood levels intact. Eating regularly — not skipping meals — helps. If you feel yourself getting faint, snack on crackers or pretzels. Paired with juice, it can help your salt and sugar levels.
READ: Is Your Blood Pressure TOO Low?
2. Hydrate often.
When you’re dehydrated, there are several problems that occur — one being a drop in blood pressure. As your body works to stabilize it, less oxygen reaches your brain. The simplest way to stay hydrated? Drink water, and you may even need more than the historic rule of eight 8-ounce glasses per day. You may need more or less, depending on how much you sweat and what your diet contains, so you should pay attention to your body.
3. Calm down and relieve stress.
Anxiety, fear or emotional stress can cause a drop in blood pressure. Consider a calming activity such as meditation, aromatherapy from essential oil scents, exercise, or rest.
READ: 11 Natural Remedies For Anxiety
4. Monitor pain.
Sudden pain can be a physical trigger of fainting. Because your body isn’t expecting it, your blood pressure can drop quickly. It’s another reason not to ignore signs that something may be wrong, even if the pain is currently manageable.
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4 Reasons Healthy People Faint was originally published on blackdoctor.org
