World Hypertension Day: Eat these foods to control blood pressure in summer season

Keeping blood pressure in control is the key to avoiding a range of health issues that come along with hypertension from heart problems, kidney failure to even vision loss. Apart from regular monitoring of BP and taking medication on time, it is also important to make necessary lifestyle changes that could aid in the management of the disease.

Updated on May 17, 2022 11:38 am IST 10 Photos
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Many factors can lead to hypertension from excess salt in the diet, very little potassium, high intake of alcohol, too little physical activity and too much stress. Overtime, increased blood pressure can lead to several health problems like enlarged heart, damaged blood vessels, kidney failure, heart failure and vision loss. In an interview with HT Digital, Dr Meghana Pasi, Nutrition Consultant MyThali program, ArogyaWorld talks about the foods that help manage blood pressure in summer season.(Pixabay)

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Strawberry: This sweet-tangy fruit is loaded with anthocyanins (an antioxidant), vitamin C, potassium, and omega-3 fatty acids which can help reduce high blood pressure. Add them to your sauces, cakes, milkshakes, smoothies and salads not just for taste but for its health benefits.(Pixabay)

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Bananas: These are rich in potassium, fiber and magnesium which helps keeping BP low. It also promotes digestion and helps people feel full for longer.(Pixabay)

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Bananas: These are rich in potassium, fiber and magnesium which helps keeping BP low. It also promotes digestion and helps people feel full for longer.(Pixabay)

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Pomegranate: It helps reduce an enzyme ACE which controls the size of the blood vessels which lowers the blood pressure.(Pixabay)

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