Foods that Help Lower Hypertension

Foods that Help Lower Hypertension

Here are 7 foods which you should consume in
your diet to avoid High Blood Pressure

#1 Dark Chocolate
Choose dark chocolate consisting of at least 70
percent cocoa powder. Eating one square piece of
Dark Chocolate daily will keep your Blood Pressure
on the lower side without allowing you to gain
weight.

#2 Soybeans
Potassium & Magnesium are highly advised in
Hypertension. And soybeans are excellent sources
of both these elements. You can consume them
easily like a snack & avoid the risk of High Blood
Pressure.

#3 Bananas
This fruit is also rich in Potassium, so consume it
in your meals. The good part with bananas is that
it can be made into tasty recipes fit for your
lifestyle.

#4 Potatoes
Again a food which is high in Potassium. Bake it &
eat it. High Potassium reduces excess Sodium in
the body, which is the main cause of High Blood
Pressure.

#5 Beans
Highly nutritious, extremely tasteful & contains a
lot of fiber, potassium & magnesium for your body.
You can consume all kinds of beans (black, white,
kidney, etc.) in your salads, curry, dishes or
snacks.

#6 Sunflower Seeds
Unsalted Sunflower Seeds are your ready to eat
snack, very high in magnesium. You can keep it
with you and munch anytime when you feel a
need.

#7 Skim Milk
Highly recommended by doctors as it contains
Calcium & Vitamin D. They help in reducing the
blood pressure to as much as 3-10%. Do drink it.