The sampling window may. be extended in the northern part of the state when appropriate. This period was. selected for the following reasons: (a) This is roughly centered on the longest day of the year. (b) Stream and river flow should no longer be influenced by spring snowmelt. (c) Appears to be period of peak algal growth in many streams before the algal mats. begin to senesce.
Include foods that are rich in potassium, an electrolyte that regulates your heartbeat and blood pressure. Examples of vegetables that contain essential heart-healthy potassium include sweet potatoes and broccoli. Bananas and dried plums (prunes) are also potassium rich.
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.