Hypertension | Causes | Prevention | Foods included | Foods avoided |
An increase in blood pressure is termed as hypertension. Normal blood pressure range is 80/120.,while a pressure of 90/140 and above is termed as hypertension.
CAUSES OF HYPERTENSION:
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Excessive stress
- Smoking
- Excessive alcohol
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Family history
FOODS TO BE AVOIDED :
- Canned foods
- Processed foods with salt
- Pickles
- Very salty foods
- Excessive alcohol
FOODS TO BE INCLUDED:
- Vegetables
- Legumes
- Dairy products
- Meat
- Poultry
- Fish
- Nuts
- Seeds
PREVENTION OF HYPERTENSION :
- Limiting salt intake.
- Maintaining healthy weight
- Consuming less fat.
- Reducing alcohol and caffeine consumption.
- Avoiding unhealthy habits like excessive stress, smoking and consuming alcohol.
