A blood pressure reading consists of two numbers: systolic and diastolic pressure.
An example of a healthy level would be 110/70.
High blood pressure is defined as 140 mm Hg or higher of systolic and 90 mm Hg for diastolic.
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Theratio between sodium and potassiumis thought to be critical to help control your pressure.
How much potassium is enough?
A simple Google search of DASH diet menus will provide ample inspiration to get you started.
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