Fat and sugar cravings. Stress also seems to affect food preferences. Numerous studies â granted, many of them in animals â have shown that physical or emotional distress increases the intake of food high in fat, sugar, or both. High cortisol levels, in combination with high insulin levels, may be responsible.
(iStockphoto) Aim for 4,700 milligrams a day. Foods rich in potassium help your blood pressure naturally fall, and bananas arenât the only option. One cup of tomato paste provides 2,657 milligrams; a cup of bok choy provides 631 milligrams; and one cup of Brussels sprouts provides 495 milligrams, for example.
Drink plenty of water: It will lower sodium levels, a know cause of high blood pressure. Cut out coffee, cigarettes, and alcohol: All known to increase blood pressure, especially short-term. Eat a banana: Potassium has been proven to lower blood pressure, both short- and long-term. Take a deep breath, meditate: Reducing stress will lower your blood pressure. Eat fruits & vegetables, drink beet juice: Yes, beet juice, or other foods high in nitrites/nitrates. Get Plenty Of Sleep: Proper sleep, even a nap, lowers blood pressure.