This will ensure adequate intakes of potassium and calcium, which may lower blood pressure. Using olive oil in cooking also may help. Limit your intake of sodium to 2,000 to 3,000 milligrams a day. Sodium in salt causes fluid retention, which in turn can raise blood pressure. Nicotine can raise your blood pressure.
Caffeine can raise blood pressure in some people.
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