I Have Hypertension, What Should I Do?
Reducing the amount of calories, so eat less food that high energy content such as sweets, fats and alcoholic beverages;
Reduce intake of salt, because the food is really bland does not like it either to gradually reduce the amount of salt used to get accustomed to the new flavor of food, clearly should be avoided all the high-salt foods such as meat and, in general, stored food, to avoid even the breadsticks, biscuits, crackers, pizza, bread selection with low salinity (Tuscan bread or Puglia) see also low-sodium diet.
Stop smoking or at least reduce as much as possible because, as mentioned above, increases the risk of hypertension and may cause a sudden increase of pressure.
Replace animal fats such as butter or lard, vegetable oils that are less harmful to the body and avoid foods high in cholesterol, such as cheese, eggs, pork.
Limiting the amount of alcohol (no more than 1 / 2 liter of wine per day) and do not exaggerate in coffee consumption.
It's good to limit as far as possible, the opportunity to excessive tension or anxiety, trying moments of relaxation psychophysical (eg, engaging in physical activity that requires no effort is too strong).
Treatment with antihypertensive drugs should be prescribed by a doctor who will select, in each case, the most appropriate treatment, it is important that people with high blood pressure, including the importance of taking medication regularly as prescribed in some cases can such side effects occur: fatigue, drowsiness, mouth dry, mood changes, cough, well then to report them to the doctor to get appropriate advice.
It's important that people with hypertension do not ever stop taking medication on their own initiative, as there may be sudden and dangerous increase in pressure. So be sure to always sufficient supply of drugs, especially when you go on vacation or during the weekend, when the pharmacies may be closed.
Reducing the amount of calories, so eat less food that high energy content such as sweets, fats and alcoholic beverages;
Reduce intake of salt, because the food is really bland does not like it either to gradually reduce the amount of salt used to get accustomed to the new flavor of food, clearly should be avoided all the high-salt foods such as meat and, in general, stored food, to avoid even the breadsticks, biscuits, crackers, pizza, bread selection with low salinity (Tuscan bread or Puglia) see also low-sodium diet.
Stop smoking or at least reduce as much as possible because, as mentioned above, increases the risk of hypertension and may cause a sudden increase of pressure.
Replace animal fats such as butter or lard, vegetable oils that are less harmful to the body and avoid foods high in cholesterol, such as cheese, eggs, pork.
Limiting the amount of alcohol (no more than 1 / 2 liter of wine per day) and do not exaggerate in coffee consumption.
It's good to limit as far as possible, the opportunity to excessive tension or anxiety, trying moments of relaxation psychophysical (eg, engaging in physical activity that requires no effort is too strong).
Treatment with antihypertensive drugs should be prescribed by a doctor who will select, in each case, the most appropriate treatment, it is important that people with high blood pressure, including the importance of taking medication regularly as prescribed in some cases can such side effects occur: fatigue, drowsiness, mouth dry, mood changes, cough, well then to report them to the doctor to get appropriate advice.
It's important that people with hypertension do not ever stop taking medication on their own initiative, as there may be sudden and dangerous increase in pressure. So be sure to always sufficient supply of drugs, especially when you go on vacation or during the weekend, when the pharmacies may be closed.
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