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.

 

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