Minimise High Blood Pressure

The high blood pressure or hypertension should be checked on a regular basis. High blood pressure results in kidney failure, heart attacks and other problems. Following are the tips to follow to avoid high blood pressure or hypertension.

Check your blood pressure atleast a month by a doctor. Don't ignore visiting a doctor if you have frequent headaches or chest pain.

Follow the diet and medicine treatment given to you by your doctor. Inform your doctor in case the medicines are not working their way out.

Smoking or tobacco products results in contracting your blood vessels and results in high blood pressure.

Exercise regularly and try to maintain the normal weight according to your height and age.

Add fruits and green vegetables in each meal. Avoid fat containing and non-veg food.

Salt (sodium) results in high blood pressure. Have control over the intake of it.

Avoid alcohols and caffeine. These products affects the blood circulation in your body.

Pranayama facilitates the breathing. Follow it properly on a regular basis. Meditation in addition to pranayama, also helps in breaking stress.