A reasonable breakfast not only helps provide energy for a new day but also supports controlling blood pressure, weight and cardiovascular risk factors.
Conversely, dishes that are too salty, high in saturated fat or high in sugar can make blood pressure control more difficult.
The first principle is to reduce salt. People with high blood pressure should limit foods such as instant noodles, sausages, cold cuts, canned foods, pickled vegetables and salty dipping sauces.
When eating breakfast outside, you should ask for a little fish sauce, soy sauce or spices. Instead of salty dishes, you can choose oatmeal porridge, whole wheat bread, sweet potatoes or brown rice combined with healthy protein-rich foods.
Breakfast should also include vegetables and fruits to supplement fiber, vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for the heart.
Bananas, oranges, apples, grapefruits or green vegetables can be included in the diet depending on preferences and health conditions.
However, people with kidney disease or who are being asked by doctors to limit potassium need to consult a professional before increasing potassium-rich foods.
Regarding protein sources, you should prioritize fish and eggs in appropriate quantities, low-fat milk, tofu and beans instead of processed meat. Fried and greasy dishes should also be limited.
If you drink coffee or tea in the morning, patients should monitor their body's reactions because caffeine can temporarily increase blood pressure in some people.
Eating breakfast regularly with a moderate portion, combining a low-salt diet, appropriate exercise and using medicine according to instructions will help control blood pressure better.
The most important thing is to build a menu that is suitable for each person, especially when you simultaneously have diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease or are using medication.
