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Diet advice for high blood pressure
daily food for high blood pressure
(20 Sep 2007)
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Blood pressure may seem simple but to maintain it is a task to avoid any complications related to it. A high potassium low sodium diet is prescribed for most of the individuals with high blood pressure.
- Learn to lose the excess weight (if any) and achieve your ideal body weight.
Weight is a very important factor in the management of blood pressure. - Decrease the amount of visible salt or added salt in your diet. Foods high in sodium like ketchups, processed foods, pickles, canned foods, salted snacks, salted nuts, salted popcorns, wafers or chips, smoked meat, sausages, and canned or bottled foods should be avoided as far as possible.
- Include healthy whole cereals, sprouts, pulses, fish, lean meat, and de skinned chicken, skim milk and its products in your diet.
- Try to include at least 8-9 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet to add bulk in your meals.
- Before consuming any ready to eat product make a habit to read the food label for sodium and potassium content.
- Tobacco, cigarette smoking and alcohol should be completely avoided.
- Daily exercise like walking should be incorporated in your lifestyle as it will also help to control your blood pressure.
For a detailed diet plan you can even consult a dietician or for more home remedies on high blood pressure visit –
http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/remedy/High-Blood-Pressure.html
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answered by S P on 27 Sep 2007, 5:20:36
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