Hypertension and Kidney Health

How Ayurveda Can Help Manage the Silent Link

- Dr Puneet Dhawan

Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, has become one of the most widespread health concerns in India, affecting nearly 35% of adult population as per a report by ICMR. Often labelled the “silent killer,” the condition rarely presents clear early symptoms, yet it quietly damages vital organs over time—particularly the kidneys. Medical experts caution that uncontrolled blood pressure puts continuous strain on kidney blood vessels, reducing their ability to filter waste and increasing the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and, in severe cases, kidney failure. With hypertension and kidney disorders rising steadily, there is growing interest in holistic and preventive approaches to long-term management. Ayurveda, India’s traditional system of medicine, offers a comprehensive perspective that addresses blood pressure regulation and kidney health together by focusing on tridosha balance (balancing fundamental energies).