Are you diagnosed with high blood pressure after this lock down period?
Due to this lock down you must have experienced
- Fear
- Anxiety
- Grief
- Multitasking
- Financial problem
- Loss of job etc…
Due to all these worries there must be
change in your mental and physical health.
Probably the one who must have diagnosed
with high blood pressure then this tip is for you.
Your food is your medicine
Lowering your intake of sodium is important as
this mineral can raise your blood pressure.
In such case, Potassium can help you.
You need to increase your potassium rich food &
Reduce your salty food.
Good vegetarian sources of potassium are:
- Banana
- Pomegranate
- Papaya
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
- Dates
This food will definitely help you to control your
high blood pressure, but
if you are having kidney disease, high level
of potassium can be harmful to you. It is better to
consult a qualified dietitian for your therapeutic diet.
Along with this food, you need to change your routine. Try
to do meditation & pranayama which will also
help you to control your blood pressure.
your problems are unique to you. So, it is better not to
judge yourself & comparing yourself with others. Be
strong mentally & you will be strong physically.
That’s all for today
See you next Tuesday
With another Tuesday tip
Till then
Take care
Providing simple solutions for the complexities of life
Dr Bhumita Makwana
Your Dietitian & Homoeopathic Physician