When you eat too much salty, high-sodium food, it increases the water pressure in your blood vessels, which then leads to high blood pressure.
Here are five low-sodium foods that help control high blood pressure:
1. Berries
Berries like raspberries, blueberries and gooseberries are loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C and minerals like magnesium and potassium which help lower high blood pressure and prevent chronic heart disease.
2. Banana
Bananas are known for their high potassium content, and are rich in vitamin C, riboflavin, folate, magnesium, and copper. According to the American Heart Association, potassium has been shown to reduce the effects of sodium, controlling blood pressure.
3. Sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes are low in sodium and carbohydrates, rich in flavor and nutrients. The value that sweet potatoes bring has made them a good food choice for people with cardiovascular disease.
4. Lentils
Lentils are rich in thiamine, folate, magnesium, potassium,... which meet the body's protein needs, are good for the heart, reduce LDL cholesterol and control blood pressure.
5. Oatmeal
Oats are high in fiber, low in calories and sodium, which helps regulate high blood pressure. Oats are also a good food choice for people with diabetes.
