In order to control hypertension, which is known as high blood pressure, it is necessary to pay attention to the foods we consume in daily life and to go to control regularly. Untreated high blood pressure is said to shorten life expectancy. Professor Gerald Carr-White, a cardiologist, spoke to Express.co.uk to warn you about foods to avoid if you have high blood pressure.
BEWARE OF THE HIGH AMOUNT OF SALT HIDING IN FOOD
“High-salt breakfasts, including highly processed meats such as bacon and sausage, should be avoided,” said Professor Carr-White. “This is because salt is known to be an important factor in raising high blood pressure and should be reduced for anyone diagnosed with hypertension.” When it’s time for lunch, “a dish such as a ham and cheese white bread sandwich with chips should be avoided. All the ingredients of this dish are high in salt.”
INCREASES THE RISK OF HEART ATTACK AND PALACE
As for dinner, he warned, “fish and chips, pizza and ready meals are all high in salt.” Dr. Carr-White added: “For many people, high blood pressure does not have any symptoms, but it does increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. Therefore, it is important to lead a healthy life with exercise and a balanced diet to help prevent high blood pressure from occurring.”
DAILY EXERCISE CAN LOWER YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
Dr. “Even increasing your daily exercise to just 30 minutes a day is a great way to improve your fitness while lowering your blood pressure,” said Carr-White.