Suffering From Hypertension? Here Is A Smoothie To Lower High Blood Pressure

Read this article to learn about a smoothie that is very good in lowering high blood pressure levels.

By Lekhaka

Thursday, January 19, 2017, 15:14

High blood pressure is a blood pressure reading above 140/90 mmHg. Long term high blood pressure level has been proven to increase the probability of a person developing coronary heart disease. The longer the blood pressure level is high, the more dangerous the adverse effects may become.

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Today in this article we shall discuss a certain smoothie that helps in the lowering of the blood pressure level. However, it should be kept in mind that only having this smoothie will not help in lowering the blood pressure level. There are other things that you must do along with taking the smoothie daily.

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The ingredients for the smoothie include one cup of blueberries, one cup of non fat yogurt, one cup of spinach and one ripe banana. Blend these in a blender and have it every day in the morning for breakfast.

Studies have proved that blueberries contain anthocyanins, which are potent flavonoid antioxidants that help to lower high blood levels. Yogurt, banana and spinach contain antioxidants and potassium which help to lower high blood pressure.

However, there are other things that you should do along with having this smoothie regularly to bring down your blood pressure level.

If you are obese or overweight, losing excess fat is particularly essential for lowering blood pressure level. A terrific way to improve your body mass index and decrease your blood pressure level is to go for routine workouts. A healthful diet is another key to enhancing and preserving healthful blood pressure level.

If you cut a small amount of salt from your diet, it may result in lowering your blood pressure level by just as much as 8 mmHg. Stress may increase blood pressure level, at least temporarily. You may need to pay special attention to lowering your stress if you are prone to high blood pressure levels. Meditate and practise yoga regularly to bring down your blood pressure level.