Check all food labels and if sodium is in the first 3 ingredients then you should avoid consuming them when possible. Look for foods with the word sodium free, low sodium, or unsalted on the label. Get more Magnesium Taking 480 mg of magnesium, which may work as as muscle relaxant, can lower BP by average of 4 points. Spinach, and fortified cereals are also great ideas. Relax Try to take 20 minutes daily to meditate or relax and move stressful events to later in the day.
Studies show that most men have their heart attacks in the early morning.
Try caffeine free teas and coffees. Eat more Garlic Eating 600 to 900 mg of garlic can cut the blood pressure by 11 points. Eat more Salmon Salmon and some other fish have omega acids which keep arteries elastic and lower blood pressure. A minimum of 200 mg calcium daily, can decrease the blood pressure by 2 points. Calcium keeps artery walls flexible.