High Blood Pressure Treatment

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that can cause serious complications if it’s left untreated. Cases of high blood pressure are on the rise, mainly due to our diet choices and reduction in physical activity.

Hypertension generally doesn’t present with any symptoms so the only way to know if you have it is to test for it, for instance through PCG’s blood pressure screening in Tooting. If you are diagnosed with high blood pressure or at risk of developing high blood pressure, it’s important to start taking steps to reduce your blood pressure right away.

If high blood pressure is left untreated, you’re more likely to develop complications like heart attack and stroke. To help you get your blood pressure under control, Pearl Chemist Group has a few tips on ways to lower blood pressure.

Reduce Sodium in Your Diet

Sodium is one of the biggest contributors to high blood pressure. If you have hypertension or are at risk of hypertension, try making your own food rather than opting for eating out. When cooking at home, be sure to check all of your food labels for the sodium content. This can be listed as sodium, salt, sea salt, and kosher salt.

Foods and drinks with sodium often taste great so cut back gradually so its absence is less noticeable. Remember, low sodium diets don’t have to be bland. Add in an assortment of delicious herbs and spices to give your meals an exciting flavour that will make you completely forget about the lack of salt. 

Eat Healthy

Eating a balanced diet can lower your risk of several weight related diseases, including high blood pressure. We know it’s often easier said than done so if you need extra help, check out PCG’s effective and tailored weight management services.

Try to eat as many whole grains and whole foods as you can. These will help you to feel fuller so you won’t want to eat as much. Avoid instant or ready meals as these tend to be high in sodium. If you do opt for quicker meals, look for ones that are labelled as ‘ low sodium.’ Foods high in potassium, like bananas, tuna, milk, and raisins, can help process sodium out of your body so incorporate these types of food into your diet.

Get Regular Exercise

Eating right may not be enough if you aren’t active. Even taking regular walks around the neighbourhood can have a huge impact on your overall health and help you lose weight. Find a type of exercise that works with your schedule and circumstances so that you’re more likely to stick with it. If you can find someone to exercise with you, even better! This will raise your chances of success.

Get your blood pressure tested by Pearl Chemist Group. We will provide you with fast, reliable testing along with advice and tips on how to improve your health. Book online today for a blood pressure test in Earlsfield and for high blood pressure treatment in London.