Summer Foods For Managing Blood Pressure

High Blood pressure is one of the most common conditions in India and the patients are advised to manage their diet and maintain a healthy lifestyle as a poor diet can make high blood pressure conditions worse. This condition should be taken care of especially in summers as it tends to fluctuate more often. Other than medication you can treat it naturally by consuming a healthy diet and there are some fruits that can help in managing high blood pressure. Check out the list of these fruits below and make sure to add them in your diet

•    Watermelon

Watermelon can significantly reduce blood pressure in individuals in normal and under stressful situations as well. The pressure on the aorta and on the heart is reduced after the consumption of watermelon.

•    Bananas

They are known as the best food for high BP patients. They are low in sodium and rich in potassium. One banana contains 8% of magnesium and 12% of the potassium that our body needs daily. Bananas are also rich in healthy carbs and water content.

•    Kiwi

Kiwi is one of the healthiest fruits that you can add to your diet as it consists of important antioxidants and minerals and can naturally lower blood pressure. Three kiwis a day could keep high blood pressure away.

•    Strawberries

They are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties and are a rich source of Vitamin C and omega 3 fatty acids. It also consists of potassium that keeps blood pressure levels even.

•    Mango

Mango is the favorite fruit of India and apart from being juicy and pulpy it can do wonders for blood pressure problems. Hundred grams of mango contains 168 mg potassium, which keeps BP in control. You can eat it raw or add it in shakes or smoothies.