Did you know that 1 in 3 adults in the US suffers from high blood pressure?
And that the leading cause of death is heart disease?
This is no coincidence.
If we take a long look at our lifestyle and eating habits, this should not surprise us. What’s even worse is that high blood pressure does not show its claws in the beginning. Only after a long time, after it has done irreparable damage, it shows its horrible face.
However, your diet can change that in a matter of 24 hours! That’s how effective is healthy food when it comes to blood pressure.
There is countless research done, and today I will tell you the best 4 foods that you should eat to keep blood pressure stable:
1.Potassium-Rich Foods
Make sure you add these to your diet as not only do they help keep your blood pressure in check, but also provide your body with vital nutrients. Here’s what you should consume daily:
-avocado
-cantaloupe and honeydew melon
-halibut
-mushrooms
-sweet potatoes
-tomatoes
-tuna
-beans
If you suffer from kidney disease, please speak to your doctor about any new changes in your diet. Too much potassium might be harmful.
2. Leafy Greens
Extensive research confirmed that eating 1-2 servings of greens daily can reduce hypertension for 24 hours! Therefore, to see instant results start including the following to your meals:
-cabbage
-collard greens
-fennel
-kale
-lettuce
-mustard greens
-spinach
-Swiss chard
There are plenty of ways to add these as side dishes. Try them and see which ones you like best
3.Fermented Foods
Probiotics – the gut-friendly bacteria – is vital for the entire wellness of your body. Consuming them in high amounts can do way more than just lower your high blood pressure. Gut health has been linked to immunity. If your gut health is poor, then it produces a chain reaction where every organ in your body suffers. To prevent all that, you can add probiotics to your diet by consuming fermented foods like:
-natural yogurt
-kimchi
-kombucha
-apple cider vinegar
-miso
-tempeh
Make sure you add these foods to your grocery list next time you go shopping. You won’t regret it.
- Fruits That Lower Hypertension
Studies suggest that consuming fruits high in certain types of antioxidants and vitamins can significantly reduce and prevent hypertension.
Here are the fruits that can help you with that:
-bananas
-berries
-kiwis
-pomegranates
-watermelons
Consume one or more of these a few times a day between meals, and you’ll start seeing results in no time.
Were you aware that foods can lower high blood pressure so rapidly?
How many of these foods do you regularly consume?
I can’t wait to read your thoughts on this topic. Also, let me know what improvements you observe after adding these foods to your diet.
