The “silent killer,” is a pervasive health issue that can stealthily escalate into life-threatening conditions such as heart disease and stroke. Heart Disease can be reversible and prevented. We need to change some of lifestyles including dietary habits, exercise , water intake, and stress
There are many food that can be incorporated into our dietary lifestyle One of these are leafy greens. Rich in potassium, leafy greens such as kale, arugula, and spinach are crucial for maintaining a balanced blood pressure. Potassium helps mitigate the effects of sodium in your body, keeping your blood pressure in check. Regularly incorporating these greens into your meals can support vital bodily functions,
One such food that everyone can add to their dietary lifestyle are blueberries. If you don’t want to eat blueberries —get Blueberry Juice. Blueberries are a powerhouse of flavonoids, particularly anthocyanins, which have been shown to decrease blood pressure significantly.
One vegetable I love are beets. I love a good beet and goat cheese salad. Beets are loaded with nitrates, which the body converts into nitric oxide—a compound that helps relax and dilate blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure. Consuming beetroot juice, in particular, has been shown to have a rapid and substantial effect on blood pressure
The next food is Garlic ( Allium sativum ) Garlic is not only a culinary staple but also a powerful ally against high blood pressure. It contains allicin, a compound that promotes the widening of blood vessels, leading to reduced blood pressure. Incorporating garlic into your daily diet can be as simple as adding to your favorite dish Years ago I published an article in an Integrative journal n the benefits of garlic. It was written with Peter Bonjourno, ND
Start incorporating these foods into your dietary lifestyle to lower your blood pressure.
Until tomorrow…