BEST Foods for Lowering Blood Pressure:
Potassium-rich foods counteract the negative effects of sodium and lower blood pressure.
- avocado
- bananas
- dates
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Magnesium-rich foods encourage blood vessels to relax resulting in lower blood pressure.
- almonds
- dark chocolate
- jicama
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- beets
- coconut
- spinach
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Omega-3-rich foods improve the function of blood vessel walls which lowers blood pressure.
- flaxseeds
- hemp seeds
- walnuts
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Probiotic-rich foods increase healthy gut bacteria which helps maintain healthy blood pressure.
- fermented vegetables
- kefir
- yogurt
Other HELPFUL Foods:
- foods rich in vitamin D
- foods rich in polyphenols (phytonutrient)
- foods rich in flavonoids (phytonutrient)
- ashwagandha
- berries
- celery juice
- garlic
- lentils
- pomegranates
- beets
WORST Foods for Lowering Blood Pressure:
- salt & high-sodium foods
- deli & processed meats
- canned soups & pickles
- refined sugar & high fructose corn syrup
- processed & refined grains
- fried foods & trans fats
- refined vegetable & seed oils
- processed, packaged, and fast foods
- caffeinated products
- excessive alcohol
Release The Pressure Smoothie
Food as Medicine
The Release The Pressure Smoothie includes the whole food ingredients listed below. You can find the complete recipe in "The Mix-and-Match Smoothie Guide" here.
Click on any ingredient to see the diverse nutrients and health benefits each one has to offer.