Hypertension reliever pomegranate
Pomegranates are a healthy fruit that you can enjoy anytime. A study concluded that eating a pomegranate once a day for four weeks helps lower blood pressure over the short term. Pomegranate fruit is tasty with a healthy breakfast. It is always beneficial to eat fruit over juice. Be sure to check the sugar content […]
Vitamin D relation with hypertension
It is important to encourage adults with hypertension (HTN) to consume adequate amounts of vitamin D to meet the Recommended Dietary Allowances. While important for health, vitamin D may or may not aid in blood pressure(BP) control. Data from observational and intervention studies are inconclusive regarding the association between vitamin D status or intake and […]
Limit salt intake to reduce blood pressure
Over time, excessive salt intake can lead to high blood pressure (hypertension), which stiffens and narrows the blood vessels. Blood and oxygen flow to key organs decreases. So the heart tries harder to pump blood throughout the body, which further increases blood pressure. Unchecked hypertension can also damage the artery walls, which begin to collect […]
Celery help you to reduce blood pressure
Celery contains a phytochemical called phthalides called NBP, and it relaxes the tissues of the artery walls to increase blood flow and reduce blood pressure. Celery stalk sodium content is low, and you also get fiber, magnesium and potassium to help regulate your blood pressure, as well. To get the benefit from it, you should […]
Add up banana to reduce hypertension
Bananas contain plenty of potassium a mineral that plays a vital role in managing hypertension. According to the American Heart Association, potassium reduces the effects of sodium and alleviates tension in the walls of the blood vessels. Eating foods that are rich in potassium is better than taking supplements. Slice a banana into your cereal […]
