blood pressure

As blood circulates through the body, it exerts varying degrees of force on artery walls; doctors refer to this as blood pressure.

In its early stages, high blood pressure is symptomless, so many people don't realize they have a potentially life-threatening disease.

Need to eat plenty of 

• Fresh vegetables, fresh and dried fruits, legumes and dairy products for potassium.
• Recommended foods as part of the DASH diet.

Need to limit

• Canned and other processed foods with added salt.
• Fatty foods.

Need to avoid

• Pickled and very salty foods.
• Excessive alcohol and caffeine.