Blood pressure friendly diet base it on
DASH ( Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension)
Which is one of the most popular patterns for lowering Blood Pressure
Lower sodium: aim for 1500-2000mg/ sodium/ day
More potassium, magnesium and
calcium: fruits, vegetables, beans, low fat dairy, nuts
Lean protein: fish , skinless poultry, beans , low fat dairy
Whole grain: instead of refined
Healthy fats : olive oil, seeds , nuts, limit butter , ghee, coconut oil
Avoid excessive caffeine, alcohol and smoking
Extra Tips :
Cook with minimal oil ; prefer oils like canola, olive, rice bran
Flavour foods with herbs, lemon, garlic, ginger -not extra salt
Check lebels “low sodium “ means < 140 mg per serving
Maintain healthy weight, regular exercise ( 30-40 min )
Stress management ( yoga, meditation) helps BP control