Tips to control blood pressure

To avoid any complications during your pregnancy, it is very important to keep your blood pressure in control. Consult your gynecologist for appropriate medications when required and also keep the following points in mind.

• Completely avoid tobacco and alcohol.
  
  
  
• Minimize salt intake in food and foods rich in sodium; instead include whole wheat and its products, lots of fresh fruits and dark green leafy vegetables in your diet.
• Avoid canned/bottled foods, processed foods, junk foods, ketchups, pickles, smoked meat, salted sausages/pork, salted popcorn/chips/nuts and ready to eat foods.
• Mild exercise like walking will also help to control your blood pressure.