Shrimp infusion cake is a popular snack thanks to its rich, crispy and convenient flavor. However, for people with high blood pressure, consuming shrimp cake needs to be very careful, because the nutritional composition of this dish can negatively affect cardiovascular health and blood pressure.
According to the World Health Organization, the recommended daily salt intake is below 5g to prevent and control hypertension. Meanwhile, according to analysis, 100g of shrimp inflated cake can contain 1,2002000mg of sodium, equivalent to about 34g of salt, which accounts for 6080% of the maximum amount of salt per day. This is a very high level, especially for people with high blood pressure or are taking medication.
According to recommendations, foods high in sodium such as processed foods, fried foods, snacks (including shrimp cake) should be strictly limited in people with high blood pressure. High consumption of sodium increases blood volume, leading to increased pressure on blood vessel walls and the heart, thereby aggravating high blood pressure, the risk of stroke and heart failure.
In addition to sodium, shrimp cake also contains a lot of saturated fat due to being fried in oil. A diet rich in saturated fat increases the risk of atherosclerosis and high blood pressure in people over 40.
From the above evidence, it can be seen that people with high blood pressure should limit or avoid eating shrimp cake. If you want to enjoy it, you should choose products with less salt, no fried and only eat them in very small quantities.
People with high blood pressure should prioritize a diet low in sodium, rich in green vegetables, fruits and unprocessed foods to effectively and sustainably control blood pressure.
