On the road of health science, we often emphasize the importance of diet to health, especially for patients with high blood pressure, a reasonable diet is the key to controlling blood pressure. However, many people may not know that some seemingly healthy and harmless vegetables may adversely affect people with high blood pressure. Today, let's take a closer look at these "high blood pressure killers" hidden in your daily diet.

Zhang Wei and Li Hua have been friends for many years, both of them have entered middle age, and their bodies have begun to have various minor problems. Li Hua is an accountant who is busy with work on weekdays, does not pay much attention to his diet, and has irregular work and rest. During a recent medical check-up, he was found to have high blood pressure and the doctor advised him to adjust his diet and lifestyle habits. After Zhang Wei learned about it, he specially brought a bag of vegetables from home and put it in Li Hua's kitchen, hoping that he could improve his health by eating more vegetables.

"Li Hua, you have to eat some vegetables, didn't you have high blood pressure last time you had a physical examination? Vegetables are good for you. Zhang Wei said as he opened the bag. The bag was filled with fresh vegetables and a breath of freshness, including spinach, tomatoes, broccoli, carrots, and a few kelps.

Li Hua agreed with a smile, but he had some doubts in his heart: "I really thought that all vegetables were good for high blood pressure." He picked up a spinach and looked at it carefully. Zhang Wei seemed to see his thoughts, took over the topic and said: "Hey, don't mention it, I saw an article on the Internet two days ago, saying that the potassium content in some vegetables is too high, and it is not suitable for people with high blood pressure. ”

It is true that potassium plays an important role in maintaining normal blood pressure, but for hypertensive patients with renal insufficiency, excessive potassium intake may lead to abnormal potassium in the blood and even arrhythmias. Tomatoes, for example, have a higher potassium content, containing about 79 mg per 0 grams. Although spinach is rich in nutrients, its sodium content cannot be ignored, and the sodium content in spinach reaches 0 mg per 0 grams. For people with high blood pressure, excessive sodium intake can increase the risk of elevated blood pressure.

Li Hua's wife, Xiao Wang, also joined the discussion, and she said with some concern: "Isn't that impossible to eat?" Li Hua shook his head and said seriously: "It's not that you can't eat it, but you have to eat it in moderation." Proper potassium intake can be very helpful in controlling blood pressure, and the key is to find a balance. ”

Zhang Wei added: "Yes, vegetables like broccoli and carrots are very suitable. They are both rich in vitamins and fiber, and can help lower blood pressure. He pointed to the broccoli and carrots in the bag, a hint of smugness on his face.

Just as the three of them were discussing hotly, Xiao Wang suddenly asked: "Can people with high blood pressure eat pickled vegetables?" I don't think either of you mentioned it. Li Hua hurriedly replied: "That's not good, pickled vegetables contain a lot of salt, which will cause blood pressure to rise." The sodium content in pickled vegetables is several times that of fresh vegetables, and it is best for people with high blood pressure to stay away. ”

Zhang Wei also nodded and agreed: "Not only pickled, but even some vegetables that are naturally high in sodium should be eaten less." Like kelp, the sodium content is very high, there is about 233 mg of sodium per 0 grams, and patients with high blood pressure are prone to increase blood pressure if they eat too much. ”

The three of them discussed for a long time, and finally Li Hua concluded: "It seems that even seemingly harmless vegetables have to be carefully selected for us hypertension patients." ”

At night, when Li Hua was tidying up the kitchen, he suddenly felt dizzy. Xiao Wang asked with concern, "What's wrong?" It can't be high blood pressure, right? Li Hua nodded, and Xiao Wang quickly took out a blood pressure monitor from the medicine box and measured it for Li Hua. The blood pressure monitor showed that the blood pressure was high, and Xiao Wang immediately asked, "Could this be because of the vegetables you ate today?" ”

Li Hua thought for a while, and then replied: "Not necessarily, high blood pressure is a complex problem. Although the vegetables we are discussing today have an impact on high blood pressure, there are many other factors such as stress, sleep, exercise, etc., which can affect blood pressure. Xiao Wang nodded, and took out an old medical book to Li Hua to read: "This book says that a reasonable diet and appropriate exercise are of great help to the control of high blood pressure. ”

Li Hua picked up the book and read it carefully, with a thoughtful look on his face. He understands that the management of hypertension is not only about food choices, but more importantly, about overall lifestyle adjustments.

Dietary management for patients with high blood pressure has never been a simple matter. Although vegetables are nutritious, they are not a "one-size-fits-all". When choosing vegetables, people with high blood pressure need to pay special attention to the following:

Control sodium intake: Sodium is one of the important factors that lead to increased blood pressure. In addition to avoiding pickled vegetables, some vegetables with high natural sodium content, such as spinach and kelp, should also be eaten in moderation. The sodium content reaches 233 mg per 0 grams of spinach, while kelp has a higher sodium content of about 0 mg per 0 grams. Although these vegetables are highly nutritious, people with high blood pressure should minimize their intake.

Proper potassium intake: Potassium plays an important role in maintaining normal blood pressure, but hypertensive patients with renal insufficiency need to be extra careful. Excessive potassium intake may cause abnormal potassium in the blood and even cause arrhythmias. For example, the potassium content in tomatoes is about 237 mg per 0 grams, and patients with high blood pressure should choose reasonably according to their own kidney function when eating.

Choose low-sodium and high-fiber vegetables: Vegetables such as broccoli and carrots are not only rich in vitamins and dietary fiber, but can also help lower blood pressure. The dietary fiber in broccoli can promote intestinal peristalsis and reduce the absorption of sodium salts; The β-carotene in carrots helps regulate blood pressure. These vegetables are ideal for people with high blood pressure.

Pay attention to overall dietary balance: The management of high blood pressure is not just about focusing on one type of food, but also about taking a holistic view of the diet. In addition to vegetables, it should also be paired with an appropriate amount of high-quality protein, such as chicken, fish, etc., while reducing the intake of high-fat and high-sugar foods. A reasonable diet and appropriate exercise can better control blood pressure.

In daily life, patients with high blood pressure also need to pay attention to the following:

Reduce the use of salt: Try to use natural seasonings, such as lemon juice, vinegar, ginger and garlic, etc., instead of salt to enhance the flavor of your food.

Increased exercise: Proper exercise can help lower blood pressure, such as walking, jogging, tai chi, etc. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week.

Maintain a good sleep schedule: Adequate sleep and a regular routine are essential for stable blood pressure. Get 8-0 hours of quality sleep every day.

Reduce stress: Long-term mental stress can lead to an increase in blood pressure. You can use meditation, deep breathing, and other ways to relieve stress and keep your mood up.

Dietary management of patients with hypertension is a long-term "battle" that needs to be paid attention to in daily life. Although certain vegetables may have an effect on blood pressure, it is still possible to enjoy a healthy and delicious diet with the right combination and lifestyle adjustments. I hope that every patient with high blood pressure can find a balance that suits them in their diet, so that health and deliciousness go hand in hand.

Proofread by Zhuang Wu