there is a well researched diet for high blood pressure called the dash diet standing for dietary approaches to stop hypertension. here are the basics of the diet: low in sodium no more than 2300mg sodium (the average sodium intake in the american diet is 3 500). reading labels is key. plenty of fruits and vegetables which contain potassium an important nutrient to help lower blood pressure. try including sources at every meal. some ideas include cutting fruit up ahead of time for quick meals fruit and veggie smoothies in between meals and green salads with lunches and dinners. 2-3 servings of low fat dairy foods such as milk yogurt and low fat cheeses. nuts seeds and legumes most days of the week healthy fat sources such as olive oil instead of butter limited amounts of sweets no more than 5 times per week alcohol in moderation -- no more than 2 per day for men and 1 for women for more details on this diet see this webmd article. there's a lot you can do to lower your blood pressure. good luck!
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