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.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, which has been shown to help reduce blood pressure. An Australian study found that by getting at least 25 mg of lycopene in your diet every day, you can lower your LDL (the 'bad' cholesterol) by up to 10 percent.Researchers say that's as much a difference as a low dose statin.ne study in particular said just two bananas a day can reduce your blood pressure by 10 percent! Other potassium-rich foods include potatoes, dates, and avocados. 2. Egg Whites. You can start your day off with a blood-pressure easing breakfast. Have some eggs, but go easy on the yolk.