More than a billion people around the world suffer from high blood pressure, and it is one of the most common health complications after a certain age, which in turn represents the main risk of stroke and heart attack. However, it is possible to control blood pressure with a proper diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Research has shown that certain foods can lower blood pressure. Incorporating these foods into the diet can lead to long-term health benefits.
olive oil
According to the German Heart Foundation, olive oil is a healthy fat that helps lower high blood pressure, which is the main risk of stroke.
spinach
Spinach as a low-calorie vegetable can fight cardiovascular disease. They are rich in vitamins, folic acid, potassium and magnesium, which help lower blood pressure.
tomatoes
Rich in folic acid, potassium and lycopene. According to studies, tomatoes can reduce high blood pressure and the risk of stroke by up to 55 percent.
peas;
Peas are rich in nutrients that help improve heart health, such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Walnuts and nuts
Nuts in general, and walnuts in particular, are good for heart health, if eaten in moderation.
the Garlic
Garlic can also lower blood pressure in patients who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control with medication. The allicin compound found in garlic helps lower high blood pressure. Allicin can be obtained when garlic is crushed or chopped. According to what was published by the American (Medical News Today) website.
the banana
Bananas are high in potassium, which is one of the main minerals that plays a vital role in regulating high blood pressure. Potassium reduces the effects of sodium, which causes high blood pressure, and reduces tension in the walls of blood vessels.
kiwi
Eating kiwi regularly for two months contributes to lowering blood pressure because it contains vitamin C.
beetroot
According to the “German Heart Foundation”, drinking about half a liter of beetroot juice per day can lower systolic blood pressure by about 5 mm Hg for 24 hours. According to what was published by the German (Christzeitung) website.
R.D/ A.H