By Shreya Goswami
Foodie or not, if you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension, then avoiding these food items is critical.
High sodium foods like savoury snacks and junk food are directly linked to high blood pressure, so best to avoid these.
Mutton, pork and other red meats are packed with sodium and fat, and both are associated with an increase in BP.
Pickles are packed with salt, oil and spices, all of which can cause a spike in your blood pressure levels.
All processed foods are rich in sodium, saturated fats and trans fats, which can clog the arteries and shoot up BP levels.
Recent studies show excessive sugar consumption is just as harmful for high blood pressure as excess sodium.
According to the American Heart Association, consuming alcohol is directly linked to high blood pressure.
Homemade or not, chutneys, ketchup, dips, soy sauce and chilli sauce are filled with sodium, which increases blood pressure.