Mar 13, 2024, 09:37 PM IST

8 foods that lower high blood pressure

Prashant Tamta

High BP or hypertension can cause damage to the blood vessels and organs like brain and heart.

Foods rich in magnesium, potassium and fibre can benefit people with high BP. Check here:

Berries: Blueberries, raspberries and strawberries are high in flavonoids and help lower BP.

Garlic: It has BP-lowering tendencies and works by increasing the amount of nitric acid in the body.

Greek Yoghurt: It is packed with minerals that help regulate blood pressure including potassium and calcium.

Banana: It is full of potassium which is much needed for lowering high blood pressure.

Kiwis: A daily serving of kiwi can reduce systolic blood pressure.

Oats: They are complex carbs and contain a type of fibre called beta-glucan, which may help reduce BP.

Green veggies: They are rich in nitrates, which help manage blood pressure.

Disclaimer: This content including advice gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion.