
What precautions and dietary considerations should be taken for high blood pressure?
This article discusses what precautions and dietary knowledge points people should pay attention to regarding hypertension. I hope it is helpful to you. Let's begin the formal explanation! What dietary considerations should hypertensive patients be aware of? If you are already a hypertensive patient, there are two things you should never do when you wake up in the morning, as well as one thing you should not do before going to bed at night.
1. High-calorie foods Foods with high calorie content are easily cause weight gain and obesity, and people who are overweight are more prone to developing hypertension. If a person already has high blood pressure and consumes a lot of high-calorie foods, it can cause greater fluctuations in blood pressure or make the condition worse by not lowering it. Therefore, hypertensive patients should try to avoid high-calorie foods in their regular diet.
2. High-fat foods Excessive consumption of this type of food not only leads to increased blood pressure, but also increases blood lipids and weight, thereby exacerbating the condition of high blood pressure. Therefore, fatty oils, fatty meats, fried and deep-fried foods, etc., are not suitable for consumption by patients with high blood pressure. In addition, in order to control fat intake, it is also advisable to eat less animal organs and avoid using animal oils when stir-frying vegetables.
3. High salt foods One of the main factors for high blood pressure is the long-term excessive intake of salt, so controlling the amount of salt intake is beneficial for lowering blood pressure. It is recommended to have a light diet and try to consume less pickled vegetables and salty meat. 4. Stimulating alcoholic beverages
Whether it is alcohol, strong tea, or strong coffee, it is not recommended for hypertensive patients to drink them regularly, as these beverages can easily cause an increase in blood pressure and affect later blood pressure control and treatment. Hypertension is a common chronic disease, which refers to a condition where the blood pressure of the upper limbs, measured three times on different days without the use of antihypertensive drugs, has a systolic pressure of 140mmHg and/or a diastolic pressure of 90mmHg. It can cause symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, fatigue, and palpitations. The occurrence of hypertension is mainly related to genetics, poor diet, obesity, excessive alcohol consumption, and long-term mental stress. The following are ten aspects of daily life that patients with hypertension should pay attention to (which are also the main content of our daily education).
1. Limit sodium intake The dietary principle for patients with hypertension is to reduce salt intake. The daily salt intake should not exceed 6 grams, which is equivalent to the size of a regular bottle cap without the rubber gasket. One can use a designated salt spoon to control the amount of salt added, or replace regular sodium salt with potassium-enriched and low-sodium salt.
It should be noted that individuals with abnormal kidney function should consult a doctor before using potassium-rich, low-sodium salt. If you feel that the food is bland and have no appetite, you can use the natural flavors of vegetables to season it. For example, you can cook green peppers, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, and other mild-tasting foods together. You can also use various acidic seasoning sauces, such as vinegar, lemon juice, apple juice, tomato juice, etc., to enhance the flavor of the food.
2. Choose suitable foods Recommended foods to eat: ① Foods rich in potassium, calcium, vitamins, and trace elements: fresh fruits, potatoes, mushrooms, etc.; ② Foods rich in dietary fiber: oats, purple sweet potatoes, corn, etc.; ③ Foods rich in high-quality protein, low in fat, and low in cholesterol: fat-free powdered milk, egg whites, fish, skinless poultry, lean meat, soy products, etc.; ④ Cook with vegetable oil.
Do not eat or eat less of the following: ① High-sodium foods: pickles, pickled vegetables, salted fish, salted meat, processed foods, smoked foods, ham, high-sodium seasonings and sauces, etc. ② High-fat, high-cholesterol foods: animal offal, fatty meat, poultry skin, egg yolks, fish roe, fried foods. ③ Foods high in trans fatty acids: artificial butter, pastries and convenience foods containing hydrogenated oil and puff pastry. ④ Sugars, spicy seasonings, strong coffee, strong tea, etc.
2. Exercise appropriately Engaging in appropriate exercise is beneficial for reducing weight and stabilizing blood pressure levels for hypertensive patients. Please consult with a doctor and choose a suitable exercise method based on your own circumstances. Note: If your blood pressure is not well-controlled or exceeds 180/100mmHg while at rest, temporarily refrain from exercising.
It is generally recommended to exercise at least 3-5 days a week, with each session lasting more than 30 minutes. Examples of aerobic exercises include walking, jogging, cycling, and practicing Tai Chi. The blood pressure is usually higher in the morning, so it is best to choose to exercise in the afternoon or evening. Do not exercise on an empty stomach or when overly full. It is not advisable to exercise immediately after a meal; it is better to rest for about 30 minutes first.
The recommended exercise intensity is moderate, which can be determined by: - Walking at a speed of about 120 steps per minute. - Slightly sweating and slightly breathless, but still able to hold a conversation. Heart rate = 170 - age; Rest for 10 minutes to allow breathing and heart rate to recover or approach normal.
III. Maintain a healthy weight Being overweight can increase blood pressure and reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive medications. Therefore, individuals with hypertension should maintain a healthy weight, avoiding overweight and obesity. The most simple and commonly used indicators to measure weight are body mass index and waist circumference.
1. Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation method: BMI = body weight (in kilograms) divided by height (in meters) squared. The criteria for determining adult BMI are as follows: BMI 18.5 to 24.0 is considered normal; BMI 24.0 to 28.0 is considered overweight; BMI above 28.0 is considered obese. 2. Measurement method for waist circumference: Stand upright and use a soft measuring tape to wrap around the abdomen at a point 0.5-1 centimeter above the navel. If severely obese, the measurement can be taken at the widest point around the waist. A waist circumference of 90 centimeters for males and 85 centimeters for females is considered normal.
Fourth, improve lifestyle 1. Quit smoking, limit alcohol Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, hypertensive patients should quit smoking scientifically and avoid passive smoking. Try to avoid drinking or drink in moderation, and avoid highly alcoholic beverages. The daily alcohol consumption limit for men is: less than 50 milliliters (1 liang) for distilled spirits, less than 100 milliliters for wine, and less than 300 milliliters for beer. Women should consume half of these amounts.
2. Get enough rest and keep a relaxed mood to avoid staying up late and overworking. Try to avoid mental tension, emotional excitement, and anxiety, as they may cause a rise in blood pressure. If you have poor sleep, seek medical help to improve the quality of sleep. 3. Pay attention to keeping warm. Drastic temperature changes can cause severe fluctuations in blood pressure. Therefore, it is important to keep warm and maintain a warm indoor temperature. Reduce going outdoors when it is cold and windy, and add appropriate clothing when going out. Use warm water of around 40 degrees Celsius for daily hygiene.
4. Pay attention to shower safety. 5. Avoid lifting heavy objects, holding in urine, and exerting force during bowel movements. These actions can cause a sudden and severe increase in blood pressure, so they should be avoided. If you have difficulty with bowel movements, you can massage your abdomen clockwise around the navel to promote bowel movements. This can help with bowel movements. If necessary, consult a doctor for guidance on using laxatives.
5. Self-monitor blood pressure. Usually, regular monitoring of blood pressure is necessary in order to understand the blood pressure situation timely and accurately, and to monitor the effectiveness of treatment. 6. Follow the doctor's medication instructions. For patients with mild conditions, they may temporarily not need antihypertensive drugs and can lower their blood pressure to normal through improving their lifestyle. However, if the patient's condition is severe or if blood pressure control is still not ideal after improving lifestyle, especially in cases of diabetes or damage to organs such as the heart, brain, or kidneys, antihypertensive drugs are needed to control blood pressure.
Drug therapy can help to achieve the target blood pressure level and reduce the risk of complications such as stroke and myocardial infarction. Patients receiving drug therapy must follow the doctor's advice and should not stop, reduce or change medications without authorization. 7. Prevention of orthostatic hypotension
Orthostatic hypotension refers to a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up from a seated, crouching, or lying position. When orthostatic hypotension occurs, patients may experience weakness, dizziness, vision loss, palpitations, sweating, nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, fainting. Methods for preventing orthostatic hypotension:
(1) Take medication during periods of calm rest, and rest for a period of time before engaging in activities. (2) Elderly patients should choose a seated position when using the restroom if possible. (3) When changing positions, such as transitioning from sitting, squatting, or lying down to standing, movements should be slow and gradual.
(4) Avoid prolonged standing, especially within the first few hours after taking medication. Note: Once orthostatic hypotension occurs, immediately lie flat, elevate the lower limbs, and seek medical attention promptly. 8. Actively prevent and treat related diseases High blood lipids and high blood sugar increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, hypertensive patients should regularly measure blood lipids and blood sugar. If high blood lipid or diabetes is found, active treatment should be sought. In addition, diseases such as fever, hyperthyroidism, and anemia can also cause high blood pressure and should be treated and prevented.
Nine, regular review Since hypertension is a lifelong disease, regular reviews at the hospital are necessary. Generally, for patients with mild conditions, a review is recommended every 3 months, while for those with severe conditions, a review every 1-2 months is recommended. During the review, the doctor may conduct a physical examination on the patient (including blood pressure, heart rate, and heart rhythm), assess their lifestyle and provide advice, understand their medication situation, evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment, and if necessary, adjust the medication plan.
In addition, in order to help doctors have a more comprehensive understanding of the condition, please bring your medical records and home blood pressure monitoring records for further examination. Ten, situations that require prompt medical attention Important situations: When hypertensive patients experience the following symptoms, they should seek prompt medical attention to prevent hypertensive emergencies:
Emergency situations: When hypertensive patients experience the following symptoms, it suggests the possibility of hypertensive emergencies. Immediate medical attention or calling 120 emergency hotline is recommended. Most patients' blood pressure can be controlled through improving their lifestyle and taking oral antihypertensive medications. Therefore, please relax and make efforts to manage yourself well, keeping your blood pressure within the normal range.
Hypertension is the most common chronic disease today, with approximately 1 out of every 6 people in our country being a hypertensive patient. It can be considered as the number one "killer" threatening human health. As is known to all, hypertension is a lifelong disease that cannot be cured. Most patients need to adhere to long-term medication treatment. As a lifestyle disease, the treatment of hypertension also requires lifestyle intervention. Among them, dietary intervention is a crucial aspect.
What foods should people with hypertension avoid? Properly arranging their diet is indeed important for hypertensive patients, but many patients tend to excessively limit their diet, such as only eating vegetables and not meat. However, this approach is incorrect. In fact, there are no absolute forbidden foods for hypertensive patients, but the consumption of certain foods needs to be limited. Simply put, it is important to understand which foods can be eaten normally and which foods need to be consumed with caution.
High sodium foods: These are the foods that hypertension patients should first limit consumption of. The average daily salt intake of Chinese residents far exceeds the recommended healthy standard of dietary guidelines, and this is also a key dietary factor leading to the onset of hypertension in China. Hypertension patients are required to strictly control their salt intake, aiming for below 5g per day. In addition to controlling salt intake, they should also be cautious of consuming hidden sources of salt, including various condiments, pickled foods, processed meats, and fermented foods, all of which should be strictly limited in consumption.
It should be noted that limiting salt intake is mainly to restrict sodium ions. Hypertensive patients need to restrict high-sodium foods, including common condiments such as fish sauce, soy sauce, sauces, and concentrated soup; seasonings such as ketchup, chili sauce, and chopped pepper sauce; dried foods such as dried shrimp, dried fish, dried seaweed, cured meat, and sausages; fermented foods such as pickled mustard greens, pickles, and fermented fish; snacks such as puffed potato chips and crispy seaweed; processed foods such as canned meat; fast food such as instant noodles; red meat such as beef and pork, which contain more sodium than white meat. The consumption of these foods also needs to be limited.
2. High-fat foods: Hypertension is most afraid of vascular lesions, and long-term intake of high-fat foods can accelerate the occurrence of vascular lesions. Hypertensive patients are required to limit the intake of high-fat foods, such as fatty meat, fried foods, animal oil, etc. When cooking, you must pay attention to using less oil and try to avoid cooking methods such as frying and deep-frying.
3. High-calorie foods: High-sugar and high-calorie foods are also not beneficial for blood pressure control. Patients are required to limit the intake of high-calorie foods, including desserts, chocolates, cakes, etc. They must eat less of these foods. 4. Alcoholic beverages: Drinking alcohol not only directly increases blood pressure, but also damages blood vessels and accelerates the occurrence of complications of hypertension. Hypertensive patients must quit drinking as early as possible. Remember, the healthy amount of alcohol consumption is none at all.
Diet plays a key role in the management of hypertension. My grandmother once discovered that her blood pressure was high, but with dietary control, her blood pressure returned to normal without the use of antihypertensive medication. 5 recommendations for diet restrictions for hypertension: 1. Low sodium diet. In simple terms, it means a light and less salty diet. The daily salt intake should not exceed six grams per person. Pay special attention to avoiding pickled foods such as pickled vegetables, salted fish, preserved meats, and preserved plums, as they are high in sodium.
2. Low fat diet, limit daily oil consumption. Avoid eating fatty meat, butter, animal oil, and animal liver, as high fat intake is also one of the factors that can affect hypertension. 3. Try to avoid eating sweets and sugary drinks. Sweets and drinks that contain sugar are usually high in calories, and high calorie intake can also affect blood pressure stability.
4. Try to avoid smoking and drinking alcohol. Smoking and alcohol are also not beneficial for blood pressure control, so it's best to quit. 5. Eat more vegetables and fruits. Drink plenty of warm plain water. Celery, in particular, can help stabilize blood pressure. You can adjust your intake of celery appropriately.
1. Foods with high caloric content: High-calorie foods can induce obesity, and the incidence of hypertension is higher in obese individuals compared to those with normal weight. Hypertensive patients often have comorbidities of overweight or obesity. Therefore, patients with this condition should limit the consumption of high-calorie foods.
2. Foods high in fat: Foods high in fat, such as fatty meat and chicken soup, although rich in protein, have high levels of saturated fatty acids. This can easily lead to elevated levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood, triggering hypertension and coronary heart disease. 3. Alcohol Drinking alcohol can increase heart rate, constrict blood vessels, raise blood pressure, and also promote the deposition of calcium salts, cholesterol, and other substances on the blood vessel walls, accelerating atherosclerosis. Excessive and long-term alcohol consumption can further induce atherosclerosis and worsen hypertension. Therefore, patients with hypertension should quit drinking alcohol.
4. Dog meat Consuming dog meat can cause restlessness, aggravate phlegm-fire, or contribute to excessive heat and dryness in the blood, all of which are detrimental to the condition. Therefore, it is not advisable to consume dog meat. 5. High salt food The main component of salt is sodium chloride. Excessive sodium intake can lead to an increase in extracellular fluid, increased cardiac output, and elevated blood pressure. Therefore, patients with hypertension should limit their salt intake.
6. Strong tea Patients with hypertension should avoid drinking strong tea, especially strong black tea. This is because black tea contains the highest amount of theophylline, which can cause excitement, restlessness, insomnia, palpitations, and other discomforts, leading to an increase in blood pressure. On the other hand, drinking mild green tea is beneficial for the treatment of hypertension.
7. Spicy Food Spicy and rich foods can cause dry and difficult-to-pass stools, leading to constipation. When patients have a bowel movement, it can increase abdominal pressure and sudden rise in blood pressure, which can induce cerebral hemorrhage. Therefore, patients with hypertension should avoid spicy foods.
2. Foods suitable for patients with hypertension Patients with hypertension should mainly consume easily digestible and light foods, and avoid high-salt, high-fat, and high-cholesterol foods. They can eat apples, bananas, tomatoes, cucumbers, broccoli, oranges, kiwis, yogurt, orange juice, walnuts, chestnuts, onions, seaweed, celery, chives, and cabbage, among other foods.
What are the dietary taboos for hypertension? Tianjin TEDA Hospital, Li Qing "The Chinese Hypertension Primary Care Management Guidelines (2014 revised edition)" (hereinafter referred to as the "Guidelines") clearly states that after the diagnosis of hypertension, all patients should adhere to long-term non-drug treatment (lifestyle intervention). Most patients need to adhere to long-term antihypertensive drug treatment, with the former being the cornerstone of hypertension treatment and the latter being the key to achieving normal blood pressure. Both are complementary and indispensable.
The non-pharmacological treatment measures in the "Guidelines" involving dietary control include: 1. Reducing salt intake: Limiting salt intake is an important and effective non-pharmacological measure for preventing and treating hypertension. It is recommended to gradually reduce daily salt intake to 6g per person.
1. In daily life, the main sources of dietary salt are cooking salt and salted, cured, and pickled foods. It is advised to consume less of the aforementioned high-salt foods. It is recommended to use a measuring tool, such as a specially made salt spoon or a regular beer bottle cap (after removing the rubber gasket), which can hold 6g of salt when filled to the top.
2. Use table salt substitutes instead of products, such as substitute salt, vinegar, etc. 3. Promote the dangers of a high-salt diet. II. Reasonable diet: Reduce dietary fat, maintain balanced nutrition, and control total calorie intake. 1. The ratio of total fat to total calories is 30%, saturated fat.
What should people with hypertension pay attention to? Precautions and diet for hypertension. The number of people with hypertension is increasing. If we don't pay attention to our dietary habits, we are more likely to develop hypertension as we age. So, what are the precautions for hypertension, and what are the ways we can lower blood pressure in our daily lives? The answers can be found in the article.
1. The importance of diet for hypertension: Food is essential for people, and a reasonable diet can keep you from becoming overweight or underweight and maintain normal cholesterol levels. 2. Recommended and prohibited foods for hypertensive patients: ① Carbohydrate-rich foods: Recommended foods: rice, congee, noodles, pasta, kudzu starch, soup, taro, and soft beans.
Prohibited foods: sweet potatoes (foods that cause flatulence), dried beans, and heavily flavored biscuits. Protein foods - beef, lean pork, white-fleshed fish, eggs, milk, dairy products (fresh cream, yeast milk, ice cream, cheese), soy products (tofu, natto, soybean powder, fried tofu). Foods to avoid - high-fat foods (fatty cuts of beef and pork, pork ribs, whale meat, mackerel, tuna, processed products (sausages).
Suitable foods - vegetable oil, a small amount of cream, salad dressing Foods to avoid - animal oil, lard, smoked meat, oil-soaked sardines ④Vitamin and mineral foods Suitable foods - vegetables (spinach, cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, lily bulbs, pumpkin, eggplant, cucumber), fruits (apples, oranges, pears, grapes, watermelon)
Seaweed and fungi should be cooked before eating. Foods to avoid-- fibrous vegetables (burdock, bamboo shoots, legumes) Highly stimulating vegetables (spicy vegetables, coriander, mustard greens, onions, mustard) ⑤Other foods Recommended foods-- light fragrant tea, yeast milk beverage Foods to avoid-- spices (chili peppers, curry powder)
Alcoholic beverages, salted foods (cooked dishes, fish roe) Pickled vegetables and coffee. Dietary Habits that Hypertensive Patients should pay attention to: ① First, control the intake of energy and promote the consumption of complex carbohydrates such as starch, corn, and reduce the consumption of glucose, fructose, and sucrose. These types of sugars belong to monosaccharides and can easily cause elevated blood lipids.
② Limit the intake of fats. When cooking, use vegetable oil and consume more sea fish, which contain unsaturated fatty acids that can oxidize cholesterol, thereby reducing plasma cholesterol levels. It can also prolong platelet aggregation, inhibit thrombus formation, prevent stroke, and contain a significant amount of linoleic acid, which can increase the elasticity of microvessels, prevent blood vessel rupture, and have a certain effect in preventing complications of hypertension.
3. Consume an appropriate amount of protein. Hypertensive patients should consume 1g of protein per kilogram of body weight daily. Eating fish protein 2-3 times a week can improve vascular elasticity and permeability, increase sodium excretion, and thus lower blood pressure. If hypertension is accompanied by renal insufficiency, protein intake should be limited.
4. Eat foods rich in potassium and calcium but low in sodium, such as potatoes, eggplants, seaweed, and lettuce. High-calcium foods include milk, yogurt, and shrimp skins. Limit the consumption of meat broth as it increases the release of nitrogenous substances, which can further burden the heart, liver, and kidneys.
⑤ Restrict salt intake: Daily salt intake should gradually be reduced to below 6g, which is approximately the amount of salt in a regular beer cap after removing the rubber pad. This amount refers to the total amount of salt, including cooking salt and sodium equivalent in other foods. Properly reducing sodium intake helps lower blood pressure and reduce sodium and water retention in the body.
⑥ Eat plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits. Consume at least 8 liang of fresh vegetables and 2 to 4 liang of fruits daily. ⑦ Increase intake of seafood appropriately, such as seaweed, nori, and fish. The importance of exercise for hypertension: There is a saying, "When young, trade health for money; when old, trade exercise for health." Exercise not only promotes blood circulation and reduces cholesterol production but also strengthens muscles and prevents stiffness in bones and joints. Exercise can increase appetite, promote intestinal motility, prevent constipation, and improve sleep. It is best to have a regular exercise habit, preferably aerobic exercise, as it can help. Aerobic exercise, like weight loss, can lower blood pressure. Examples of aerobic exercise include walking, jogging, Tai Chi, cycling, and swimming.
1. Precautions for exercise: 1) Do not exercise excessively or exert yourself too much. Increase the amount of activity gradually. 2) Pay attention to the surrounding climate: In summer, avoid exercising during the intense midday sun. In winter, pay attention to keeping warm and preventing stroke. 3) Wear comfortable and sweat-absorbing clothing: Choosing cotton fabric, sports shoes, etc. is necessary.
4. Choose safe places: such as parks, schools, and avoid alleys and roadsides. 5. When exercising, avoid doing so on an empty stomach to prevent hypoglycemia. Exercise should be done at least 2 hours after a meal. 2. Taboos of exercise 1. Stop exercising when feeling sick or uncomfortable. 2. Avoid exercising when hungry or within one hour after a meal.
3. Do not stop exercising immediately during a workout, follow the steps of the exercise program. ④ If there is any discomfort during exercise, it should be stopped immediately. Smoking can lead to high blood pressure. Research has shown that after smoking a cigarette, the heart rate increases by 5-20 beats per minute and the systolic blood pressure increases by 10-25mmHg. Why is this? It is because tobacco leaves contain nicotine, which stimulates the central nervous system and sympathetic nerves, causing an increase in heart rate. It also stimulates the release of a large amount of catecholamines from the adrenal glands, causing constriction of small arteries and resulting in elevated blood pressure. Nicotine also stimulates the chemoreceptors in the blood vessels, reflexively causing an increase in blood pressure. Long-term heavy smoking can also promote atherosclerosis in large arteries and gradually thicken the intima of small arteries, leading to gradual hardening of the entire blood vessel. At the same time, smoking increases the concentration of carboxyhemoglobin in the blood, reducing the oxygen content in the blood, causing hypoxia in the arterial intima, increasing the oxygen content of lipids within the arterial wall, and accelerating the formation of atherosclerosis. Therefore, quitting smoking in individuals without hypertension can prevent the occurrence of high blood pressure, and individuals with high blood pressure should quit smoking.
Compared to smoking, there is controversy surrounding the benefits and drawbacks of alcohol consumption on the body. Various reports occasionally emerge, with some claiming that moderate drinking is beneficial while others argue it is harmful. However, one thing that can be certain is that excessive alcohol consumption is definitely harmful, as high concentrations of alcohol can lead to arteriosclerosis and worsen high blood pressure.
Psychological manifestations in patients with high blood pressure include tension, irritability, and emotional instability, all of which are triggers for elevated blood pressure. Patients can change their behavior and cultivate good adaptation skills to the natural environment and society in order to avoid emotional excitement, excessive tension, and anxiety. They should stay calm and composed when faced with situations. In times of significant mental pressure, they should find ways to release it by confiding in friends or family, or encouraging participation in enjoyable leisure activities. They can immerse themselves in music or take solace in flowers, aiming to live in the best possible state and maintain stable blood pressure.
1. Regularly measure blood pressure, at least once every 1-2 weeks. 2. The treatment of hypertension should adhere to the "three hearts", which are confidence, determination, and perseverance. Only by doing so can important organs in the body be protected from damage or delay. 3. Take antihypertensive medication regularly, do not reduce or stop the medication without authorization. Adjustments can be made under the guidance of a doctor based on current medical conditions to prevent blood pressure rebound.
4. If conditions permit, you can bring your own blood pressure monitor and learn how to measure your blood pressure yourself. 5. In addition to taking appropriate medication, you should also pay attention to balancing work and rest, diet, engaging in moderate exercise, maintaining emotional stability, and ensuring sufficient sleep.
6. Elderly people should not lower their blood pressure too quickly. It is advisable to control blood pressure at 140-159mmHg to reduce the occurrence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular complications. 7. Prevention of orthostatic hypotension in elderly individuals and those taking adrenergic nerve terminal-blocking drugs.
8. Strict prohibition of sexual activity is not necessary, but attention should be paid to the following situations where sexual activity is not advisable: ① Avoid engaging in sexual activity immediately after exertion; ② Avoid sexual activity while under the influence of alcohol; ③ If experiencing dizziness, chest tightness, or other discomfort, stop sexual activity and seek medical attention promptly.
① Take medicine. ② High or low blood pressure, significant blood pressure fluctuations. ③ If experiencing dizziness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, blurry vision, hemiplegia, aphasia, consciousness disorders, difficulty breathing, weakness in limbs, etc., please seek medical attention immediately. If the condition is critical, please call 120 for emergency medical assistance.
Besides taking medication to lower blood pressure, people with hypertension can also use dietary therapy to reduce blood pressure. For example, the following herbal teas can have a good effect on lowering blood pressure. 1. Chrysanthemum Hawthorn Tea Composition: Chrysanthemum and tea leaves, each 10 grams, hawthorn 30 grams.
Method: Brew with boiling water and substitute for tea. Take 1 dose daily and drink regularly. Effects: Clears heat, reduces blood pressure, aids digestion and strengthens the stomach, lowers cholesterol. Suitable for hypertension, coronary heart disease, and hyperlipidemia. 2. Dragon Tea Powder Composition: 50 grams of green tea, 30 grams of gentian grass.
Method: Grind into fine powder, drink with warm water. Take 3 grams each time, twice daily. Efficacy: It can clear heat and relieve fire, regulate the liver and reduce blood pressure. It is suitable for high blood pressure and bitter taste caused by excessive liver fire. 3. Cassia Seed Tea Composition: 250 grams of cassia seeds, appropriate amount of honey.
Method: Roast cassia seeds with honey, store in a glass bottle after cooling. Use 10 grams each time, soak in water as a substitute for tea. Efficacy: This formula can clear the head, promote bowel movements, and treat symptoms such as headache and dizziness caused by high blood pressure. Translation:
4. Celery and Red Date Tea Ingredients: 350-700 grams of celery, 100-200 grams of red dates, 10 grams of green tea. Method: Cook the above ingredients with an appropriate amount of water to make soup. Drink 3 times a day. Benefits: Helps to nourish the liver and blood, clear heat and promote diuresis, regulate the stomach and eliminate dampness, relieve irritability and heat in the chest. Suitable for hypertension, acute jaundice hepatitis, cystitis, etc.
5. Chrysanthemum and Honey Locust Tea Composition: 3 grams each of chrysanthemum, locust flower, and green tea. Method: Put the above ingredients into a porcelain cup, pour boiling water and let it steep for 5 minutes. Drink one dose daily, regardless of the time. Effect: Can calm the liver, dispel wind, clear heat, and lower blood pressure. Suitable for hypertension-related symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and feeling of head fullness.
As the living standards of modern people improve, they eat well but their physical fitness is declining. Hypertension has become a common chronic disease among many elderly people. In addition to taking medication to lower blood pressure, attention should also be paid to diet. Below, I will recommend several essential vegetables for lowering blood pressure, which are green and healthy.
1. Eggplant Eggplant is one of the most common vegetables on our dining table. It can be prepared in various ways such as frying, stir-frying, simmering, and braising. Not only is eggplant a delicious dish, but it also has a good effect in lowering blood pressure. People with hypertension can appropriately add eggplant to their diet therapy recipes, which can be very helpful in lowering blood pressure.
2. Thistle Thistle, also known as "Ci Cai" or "Xiao Ji Cao" in Chinese, can be found in various parts of China and is a wild vegetable. For patients with hypertension, take 10 grams of thistle daily, steep in water and brew as tea, and continue this treatment for 10 days as one course. It can be used continuously, but blood pressure should be retested in a timely manner to ensure safety.
3. Shepherd's purse In early spring, its young seedlings are harvested for cooking and are fragrant and delicious. For patients with high blood pressure and retinal bleeding, take 15 grams of shepherd's purse flowers and 12 grams of dried lotus in a decoction, and take it three times a day for 15 days as one course of treatment. Please have the doctor recheck the blood pressure. If it does not decrease, continue taking one more course of treatment; if the blood pressure has significantly decreased, adjust the dosage accordingly, taking it twice a day with a slightly reduced amount each time.
4. Water Shield Water Shield is best produced in Jiangsu Taihu and Hangzhou West Lake. In animal experiments, its mucosal part has anti-cancer and blood pressure lowering effects. For patients with high blood pressure, take 50 grams of fresh water shield every day, stew with rock sugar, and take it for 10 days as a treatment course. It can be taken continuously.
5. Spinach For patients with hypertension who have constipation, headache, dizziness, and red face, you can use fresh spinach and blanch it in boiling water for about 3 minutes. Eat it with sesame oil twice a day, consuming 250-300 grams per day. Take it for 10 days as a treatment course. It can be consumed continuously.
6. Maranthae Herba Maranthae Herba has the effects of clearing heat, stopping bleeding, reducing inflammation, and cooling the body. For individuals with hypertension, retinal hemorrhage, or eye pain, a decoction of 30 grams of Maranthae Herba and 15 grams of Rehmanniae Radix can be taken orally twice a day for a period of 10 days. If there are no adverse effects, the treatment can be continued for a certain period to observe the effectiveness.
7. Celery Research has found that celery contains a substance that can promote the accelerated breakdown and disappearance of fat, resulting in a weight loss of 3.6 kilograms to 4.9 kilograms within one week for participants. The results indicate that regular consumption of celery not only helps to lower blood lipids and blood sugar, but also has preventive and therapeutic effects on obesity, fatty liver, and hypertension.
Celery, wash and cut into strips, blanch in boiling water for a moment and then remove. Mix fresh ginger paste, vinegar, monosodium glutamate, and salt in a bowl to make a sauce, pour it over the celery strips, drizzle with sesame oil, and mix well. Alternatively, you can wash and juice the celery root, add honey, and consume it orally every morning for better cholesterol and blood pressure reduction.
8. Shitake Mushroom Modern research has proven that shitake mushrooms contain purine, choline, tyrosine, oxidase, and nucleic acid substances, which have cholesterol-lowering and anticancer effects, making them an excellent dish for reducing fat. Take 10 fresh shitake mushrooms, simmer them in water on low heat for 15 minutes, and eat them without adding salt or with a little salt and seasoning. Drinking this soup in the morning on an empty stomach regularly helps with weight loss and eliminates excess fat. This soup can also be used for dietary treatment for high blood pressure, high blood lipids, and the early stages of a cold.
1. Hypertensive patients should remember to take their antihypertensive medication before going for a walk or engaging in any other activities in the morning. This is because during physical activity, blood circulation increases, accompanied by a faster heartbeat and elevated blood pressure. If medication is not taken, once blood pressure exceeds the body's tolerance limit, it can easily lead to accidents in cerebral blood vessels.
2. Hypertensive patients should try to avoid watching exciting television programs, as they can cause increased blood circulation, faster heartbeat, and elevated blood pressure, which can lead to accidents in cerebral blood vessels. 3. Patients with hypertension should try to avoid crowded places and gatherings.
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