A considerable number of people today are suffering from a condition known as high blood pressure or hypertension. It is the condition where the speed of the blood inside the blood vessels increases to an alarming level. This weakens the walls of the vessels and also causes the heart to pump at a faster pace. This fast pumping of the heart results in the over-exertion of the heart, and that can cause many heart diseases. However, this condition can be lessened by eating a specific food. It can also be aggravated and made worse by the use of certain foodstuff.
1. Salt
Salt is the prime culprit when it comes
to high blood pressure. When the sodium content in our diet is increased, it
disturbs the delicate ionic balance of the human body. This results in the
kidneys being unable to filter the blood properly as the blood has a high level
of sodium content. When the kidneys do not produce proper urine, the water
content of blood increases which increases blood pressure. According to
nutritionists, the daily intake of sodium for a healthy individual, so that
he/she does not suffer from hypertension, should not exceed 1500 milligrams.
2. Canned Soups
Canned soups may look extremely
nutritious when you are looking at their advertisements in which they promote
the use of healthy veggies that provide nutrition. However, in reality, canned
soups are a major aggravator of hypertension. These canned goods are loaded
with a sodium content that increases the speed of the flow of blood. Therefore,
while selecting a canned soup, a person should make sure he goes for a can with
a “low sodium” label on it.
3.
Processed Meats
Processed meats have been made to last
longer and to stay unspoiled. They are used to make quick sandwiches and are
considered nutritious. However, these meats contain a large amount of sodium
content.
4. Chinese Take-Outs
Chinese take-outs are a favourite for
people these days. When living in a fast-paced society, places that offer these
budget-friendly and quick food items are considered saviours. However, this is
not the case. Chinese take-out places use oils that are sodium content rich.
That is why sautéed veggies in a Chinese place look so shiny. Also, Chinese
take-out contains a large quantity of canned sauces as well as other
sodium-rich ingredients that cause hypertension.
5. Frozen Pizzas
Frozen pizzas are considered to be a
quick fix when lunch isn’t cooked or when you feel too lazy to get something to
eat. Pop them in the oven and wait till the cheese starts the melt and the
dough turns crispy and golden. However, to conserve the frozen pizzas, a large
amount of salt is used. This high sodium concentration aggravates blood
pressure and causes various heart diseases.
6. Pickles
Pickles are salted and preserved
vegetables that are dipped in oil or vinegar for fermentation and flavour.
These pickles are eaten as a side as well as put in various sandwiches and
burgers all around the world. The extremely high sodium content in these
aggravates blood pressure and can turn even a simple cucumber into a sodium
bomb.
7. Baked Cookies
Baked cookies may look healthy because of
the brilliant smells and the amazing taste of it. Plus, the idea of something
being freshly baked sounds very healthy and nutritious. However, baked cookies
are rich in sugar content, and this sugar also causes a spike in blood
pressure. Furthermore, in slices of bread, pastries, and croissants – salt is
added. This salt increases blood pressure levels due to an increased level of
sodium in the bloodstream.
8. Bacon
Bacon is a calorie bomb.
They are sticks of fats that are fried in cholesterol pools. The worst thing is
that people eat this for breakfast and breakfast is the most important and
vital meal of the day. Therefore, eating something this unhealthy, this early
in the morning has even more adverse effects than eating it at another time
would. Due to the fat content of bacon, the blood pressure rises, and this
results in overexertion of the heart.
9. Red Meat
Every doctor’s first advice to a person
suffering from high blood pressure is to avoid or altogether boycott red meat.
Red meat is a major source of haem iron to the body. This haem iron is directly
related to the blood pressure levels of the human body. The red meat also
contains more sodium content than white meat and sea-food; therefore, the use
of red meat should be lessened to control blood pressure and avoid
hypertension.
10. Donuts
Donuts are every age group’s favourite
snack. However, these little snacks are incredibly unhealthy. They destroy the
oral health of a person by acid deposition inside the mouth. They cause obesity
which directly co-relates with hypertension and exertion of the heart.
Consumption of donuts also spikes sugar level which causes a further
aggravation of the blood pressure levels.
In conclusion, the list is not final. There are many food types that
may not be good should you from suffer high blood pressure. Please consult your
medical doctor or a dietician.
HendrikDB
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