Low blood pressure (also known as hypotension) is a condition in which the blood pressure index drops below normal, often causing symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, and even fainting. Although not always dangerous, if this condition persists, it can affect your quality of life and cardiovascular health.
According to Dr. Shrey Kumar Srivastav, General practitioner and Senior Consultant at Sharda Hospital (Noida, India), in addition to medical treatment, adjusting the diet plays a very important support role in controlling low blood pressure.
Salty foods
The sodium in salt can help increase blood pressure by retaining water and increasing blood volume. However, you should eat in moderation to avoid negative effects on the cardiovascular system.
Drinks containing caffeine
Coffee and tea (especially black tea or green tea) can help increase blood pressure slightly in the short term by stimulating the heart rate and constriction of blood vessels.
Drink enough water
Dehydration is a common cause of low blood pressure. Supplementing enough water helps maintain blood volume and supports circulation.
Foods rich in vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is necessary for red blood cell formation. B12 deficiency can easily lead to anemia, lower blood pressure and cause fatigue.
Foods rich in folate (vitamin B9)
Like B12, folate supports the production of healthy blood cells. folate deficiency is also a cause of low blood pressure due to anemia.
Eat small and regular meals
Eating too much at once can lower blood pressure because blood flow focuses on digestion. Dividing meals helps stabilize blood pressure and blood sugar.
Foods rich in iron
Iron is a component of hemoglobin in red blood cells which is essential for transporting oxygen and maintaining stable blood pressure. Iron deficiency causes anemia, a common cause of low blood pressure.
Note
Diet plays an important role in controlling low blood pressure. Supplementing the right foods can help reduce symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue, while improving overall health. However, if low blood pressure occurs frequently or is accompanied by serious symptoms, you should see a doctor to find out the cause and get timely treatment.
