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.
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, means the pressure in your arteries is above the normal range. In most cases, no one knows what causes high blood pressure. What you eat can affect your blood pressure. How does nutrition affect blood pressure? Certain foods can increase blood pressure. Certain foods can lower blood pressure. Gaining weight can increase blood pressure. Losing weight can reduce blood pressure. What should I eat to control high blood pressure? Eat foods lower in fat, salt, and calories. Use spices and herbs, vinegar, lemon or fruit juices instead of salt to flavor foods. Use less oil, butter, margarine, shortening, and salad dressings. What are some of the foods I should eat? Skim or 1% milk, yogurt, Greek yogurt (calcium-rich foods can lower blood pressure). Lean meat.