HEALTH : 7 foods that can help if you have high blood pressure.

MAGNESIUM
Magnesium is needed for muscles to relax after contraction and may
help with high blood pressure. Get it from dark green leafy vegetables
such as spinach, Brussels sprouts, Swiss chard; whole grains such as
quinoa and brown rice; and nuts and seeds such as raw cashews,
sesame and pumpkin seeds.
POMEGRANATE
Pomegranate has a number of beneficial properties for cardiovascular
health. Stir pomegranate seeds into plain natural yoghurt and sprinkle
ground flaxseeds on top. Get plenty of the benefits by drinking a small
glass of pomegranate juice (with no added sugar) daily.
ANTIOXIDANTS AND VITAMIN C
Antioxidant and vitamin C-rich fruits and vegetables include carrots,
asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, watercress, cabbage, tomatoes,
blueberries, kiwi and kale. Here's a tip if you don't particularly like
sprouts: roast them in olive oil and add balsamic vinegar in the last 10
minutes of cooking to give them a lovely glaze. They also work well
sliced in a stir fry.
RAW GARLIC
Smelly breath may be worth your while if blood pressure is a concern
for you. Garlic contains allicin , a natural antibiotic, and is linked to
blood pressure improvements. It needs to be raw and plentiful, so think
about adding it to an olive oil and lemon juice salad dressing or stir it
in at the end of cooking.
BEETROOT
Beetroot contains nitrates which support vasodilation (the dilation of
blood vessels) which in turn reduces blood pressure. Try juicing
beetroot with carrot, apple and ginger, roast it or grate it into a salad.
OILY FISH
Oily fish such as trout, wild salmon, sardines and mackerel contain
anti-inflammatory essential fats, also known as good cholesterol. Eat
two to three times per week.
FIBRE
Increase your fibre . Start the day with plain, unsweetened/unsalted
porridge sprinkled with ground flaxseeds, snack on raw nuts and carrot
and celery sticks. Switch all carbohydrates to whole grains such as
brown rice, whole wheat pasta and quinoa. Add pulses to soups and
stews, and have an extra portion of vegetables or a salad with your
sandwich instead of crisps.