This file has one record for every ZIP Code and the corresponding CBSA / Division codes for that ZIP. Note: rural areas will have â999â followed by a 2-digit Medicare state code (not the same as the FIPS code).
4. Balance your diet. An important way to regulate your blood pressure and improve your overall health is to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. A balanced diet includes lean meats and fish, whole grains, and a lot of fruits and vegetables. 1  Avoid heavily processed foods that are high in sugar and fat.
To lower your blood pressure, try to eat according to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet (similar to a Mediterranean diet). The DASH diet is high in vegetables, fruits, low-fat dairy products, whole grains, essential fats and lean proteins. If your blood pressure is high, your doctor might recommend you eat 1,500 mg of sodium a day. 2  That's about half a teaspoon of salt. 3  You might be advised to keep your sodium intake below 1,500 mg if you have been diagnosed with kidney disease or diabetes.