HYPERTENSION ...

HYPERTENSION High blood pressure is a common condition in which the long-term force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. DIETARY MANAGEMENT: •Maintain a healthy lifestyle by maintaining adequate nutrition. •Regularize eating habits by taking food at regular intervals. •Avoid fried foods and cold drinks. •Avoid high salt content foods. •Sprinkle lemon juice over vegetables instead o table salt. •Take foods rich in fibres like vegetables and fruits- Apple, orange, carrot, tomato, beans, etc. •Do not skip a meal. •Avoid pickles, chutneys, papads, salted nuts, chips, etc which contain a lot of salt. •Eat foods rich in antioxidants like citrus fruits, papaya, tomatoes, grain, cereals, potatoes, green leafy vegetables. •Avoid baked dishes, which have baking powder. LIFESTYLE MANAGEMENT: •Maintain a healthy weight. •Regular exercise/yoga is compulsory. •Avoid too much sodium /salt. •Get adequate potassium, calcium and magnesium in diet. •Add fiber to the diet. •Stop alcohol use and smoking. •Use anti inflammatory medications wisely. •Learn to check blood pressure at home. •Reduce stress.