Various herbs were thought to be effective in the lowering of blood pressure. These included barberry, chervil, comfrey, garlic and hawthorn. Parsley, rue, skullcap, vervain and violet were also thought to be effective.
Cinnamon, ginger, and olive oil were used in the treatment of high blood pressures, as were apples, potatoes, onions and leeks. The condition was also treated with yarrow, balm and lavender.
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