This condition in which the long-term force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough, it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease.

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 This blood pressure should always be under 139/39 mmHg (systolic and dyastolic respectively) always taken after resting for >10 minutes.

 

Being above 140 the systolic or above 90 the diastolic, a condition of risk for health is presented, Hight blood pressure .

 

If it occurs above 180/120 mmHg, it is considered Serious. This condition almost never has symptoms, which is why it is known as "The Silent Killer"

 

One of the elements associated with the increase in blood pressure is Sodium (SALT), When it is consumed in excess may causes an imbalance in the Na / Ca pump causing an increase in intravascular volume and consequently an increase in pressure on the walls that entails an Hypertension. Most likely, kidney damage may be involved in this increase of pressure.

 

To determine the cause, the doctor will be the only one qualified to diagnose it.

 

The Nutritionist and the doctor working together can achieve optimal pressure in your body by following the recommendations.

 

Foods high in Sodium such as: 

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Knorr Swiss type seasonings

Exotic salts (black, Himalayan, etc) 

garlic salt or onion salt,

Sea salt, Grain salt, table salt

Smoked meat or fish Cold cuts

Serrano ham

 Soy sauce

 Milk powder

Fresh cheese

Chard,  Cucumbers,  Celery

 

To have an optimal and adequate diet, visit your nutritionist who can give you a personalized plan.