Patient's question:
My mom is a bit chubby and has been suffering from high blood pressure for over ten years. She has been taking antihypertensive medication since adulthood to control her blood pressure, but there is no sign of it decreasing. I feel that hypertension can also be treated through dietary therapy. So, what kind of food should be eaten to treat high blood pressure? Please advise. Thank you.Doctor's answer:
The stable lifestyle is the most basic advice for patients with hypertension. Enhancing exercise helps reduce weight and stabilize insulin resistance, thereby reducing the ability of blood vessels to adapt, maintaining blood pressure at a stable level. Generally, low or moderate-intensity exercises are recommended, such as running or walking 3 to 5 times a week, each lasting 20 to 60 minutes. Additionally, the diet should include a low-salt, low-fat diet, with daily salt intake not exceeding 6 grams being ideal. It is also necessary to consume fresh vegetables and drink milk to supplement potassium and calcium levels.