If you have high blood pressure, avoid these foods.

Introduction

According to studies, what we eat has a direct impact on our blood pressure levels. A person's blood pressure can be controlled with the appropriate diet.

Coffee

Coffee includes a lot of caffeine, which gives you a rapid rush of energy everytime you drink it.

Sugar-rich foods

Sugary foods have been shown to raise blood pressure in the same way as salty foods do.

Alcohol

Excessive alcohol use can also raise blood pressure.

Prepared foods

Sodium can raise blood pressure, and processed and quick foods typically contain high sodium levels.

Red meat

When red meat is metabolised, chemicals are released that can raise blood pressure.

Sauces

Sauces, soy sauce, setup, dressings, and other condiments do not need to be avoided by someone with high blood pressure.

Sugary beverages

These are heavy in both sugar and caffeine, and can quickly raise blood pressure levels.

Saturated fatty acids

Limit your intake of saturated fats if you want to lower your blood pressure.