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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

What Is The Sodium Count For High Blood Pressure Diet

Health Encyclopedia: Sodium In Diet

Alternative Names

Diet - sodium (salt)


Side Effects

Too much sodium will contribute to high blood pressure in persons who are sensitive to sodium. Most people with high blood pressure may be told to reduce their sodium intake. If you have high blood pressure, you should discuss this issue with your doctor.

Sodium may lead to a serious build-up of fluid in persons with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis, or kidney disease. Such patients should be on a strict...

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Expert & Community Posts

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High Blood Pressure and Anxiety
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...Eating healthy Reducing salt and sodium from your diet Maintaining a healthy weight Engaging in... Read more »

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High Blood Pressure Treatment – You Can Be Healthy Again!
By Alvin Hopkinson , Health Expert

...Hypertension and works to lower high blood pressure. Do have diets that have low amount of fats... Read more »

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I’ve been told that I have white coat or office high blood pressure, is there anything I should do?
By Dr. Larry Weinrauch , Health Expert

...basis, and limit the amount of salt (sodium) in your diet.   Important: We hope you find this... Read more »

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Avoiding High Blood Pressure
By Heather Reese , Health Expert

...daily routine can help lower blood pressure. The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans... Read more »

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High Blood Pressure Diet: Top 4 Foods to Avoid
By Alvin Hopkinson , Health Expert

  Many people are not aware of the impact that diet has on high blood pressure.  In addition to... Read more »

Health Guide

Salt and High Blood Pressure
...one’s pressure. The missing element is potassium. If one has both a high sodium and a low potassium diet, high blood pressure is likely to result. A Western diet, such as in the United... Read more »
Avoiding High Blood Pressure
...high blood pressure. Adding exercise into your daily routine can help lower blood pressure. The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends engaging in at least 30 minutes of moderate... Read more »
Hypertension
...cases, weight loss may be the only treatment needed. Exercise to help your heart. Adjust your diet as needed. Decrease fat and sodium -- salt, MSG, and baking soda all contain sodium.... Read more »
Sodium: urine
...Normal values are generally 15 to 250 mEq/L/day, depending on hydration status and daily intake of dietary sodium. Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Note:... Read more »
Essential hypertension
...down include: Weight loss if you have extra pounds Regular exercise Follow a low fat diet rich in fish, chicken, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and very light on red meats ... Read more »

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