Remedies for high blood pressure

By Lokmat English Desk | Published: March 14, 2022 06:51 PM2022-03-14T18:51:03+5:302022-03-14T18:51:03+5:30

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Stress and irregular lifestyle are some of the major causes of high blood pressure today. Hypertension is also called high blood pressure. It is a serious disease and can be a silent killer.

This disease can also increase the risk of heart attack, kidney failure, paralysis, and blindness.

According to the British Journal of Nutrition, it is important to control high blood pressure to prevent heart problems and death.

High blood pressure puts pressure on the heart, which can lead to a heart attack. High blood pressure can occur when the person's blood pressure is above 140/90. If the blood pressure is above 180/120, the condition is considered serious.

People with high blood pressure should eat nutritious food. Eat fruits and vegetables regularly. Avoid using extra salt in the food. A regular intake of just 5 to 6 grams of salt in a day's diet is sufficient.

Eat potassium-rich foods like potatoes, oranges, raisins, grapes to control blood pressure.

Blood pressure most often affects people who are overweight. To avoid this kind of problem do exercise daily. You can also take a regular Brix Walk for at least 15 minutes.

Include magnesium-rich foods like spinach, banana, yogurt, and almonds in your diet to control blood pressure.

Patients with high blood pressure should avoid junk food, alcohol, and tobacco.

According to the National Health Service (NHS), if a person is at risk of high blood pressure, they should get check their blood pressure regularly.