In the treatment of hypertension, a proper diet are necessary to individual needs, control of sodium and a series of recommendations to guide the person towards a healthier lifestyle.
The current consumption of salt (sodium chloride) in our country is above the real needs of this mineral. Too much sodium is related to fluid retention in the tissues of the body and therefore with increasing voltage values. Contains much less sodium diet, the easier it is to eliminate the excess in the urine and thus help normalize blood pressure levels. The low sodium diet also benefits people with cardiovascular disease or advanced liver with fluid retention.
On the other hand, hypertension is considered a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, so that dietary recommendations should also include guidelines for normal weight (if overweight or obese), control the quality of fat and cholesterol, and ensure an adequate amount of fiber and natural antioxidants, related to the prevention of these diseases.
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