15 Worst Foods If You Have High Blood Pressure!

This video is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical consultation, nor is it personalized medical advice. For medical advice, please consult your physician.

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I'm Dr. Frita, a board-certified nephrologist in Atlanta, GA, and I've seen firsthand how the right dietary choices can make a world of difference for my patients.

We often don't realize that what we eat plays a significant role in managing high blood pressure. Tens of millions of Americans suffer from this condition, largely due to a diet filled with sodium and preservatives. These foods not only raise blood pressure but are also major contributors to heart disease and strokes, making it the second leading cause of dialysis.

This list isn't exhaustive, but it's a crucial starting point. Being mindful of sodium, unhealthy fats, refined carbs, and added sugars can help you better manage your blood pressure.

Always consult your physician and remember, high blood pressure may be a silent threat, but with knowledge and action, you can take control of your health and lead a happier, healthier life. Your BP (and your doc) will thank you.

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[inspiredone]

1.Processed meats, cured meats 2.Commercially baked goods 3. Microwave popcorn 4.Condiments 5.Packaged noodles 6.Frozen ready to go dinners. 7.Sushi Rolls with soy sauce 8.Sodium loaded salad dressing 9.Fermented foods 10. Canned soups 11.Canned beans and canned vegetables 12. Salted nuts 13. Fast food burger 14.Restaurant or frozen pizzas 15. Instant rice and instant pasta mixes. You are welcome ❤️

[stephaniecrahal]

My dad had kidney disease, and he was stable for many years (not on dialysis). One day he went to the VA clinic for routine blood work and, his kidney markers were significantly worse than before. They told him to go straight to the ER. The ER couldn't pinpoint anything wrong except for his kidneys were failing much more than before. He got home, gave me a call and told me, and then I asked him what medications he was taking. He listed them for me and admitted he was taking IBUPROPHEN! One of his doctors told him to take it for his back pain, so he started taking it daily even though his nephrologist forbade it.

I scolded him and reminded him that he was not allowed to take ibuprofen. I told him that was why his kidneys were failing. He stopped taking the ibuprofen, went to the nephrologist to recheck his kidney markers, and he was back to his normal.

[paulinelouison]

1. Processed or Cured Meats
2. Commercially Baked Goods
3. Microwaved Popcorn
4. Condiments
5. Packaged Instant Noodles
6. Frozen Ready To Go
Dinners
7. Sushi Rolls with Hot Sauce
8. Sodium-Loaded Salad Dressings
9. Fermented Foods
10. Canned Soups
11. Canned Beans and Vegetables
12. Salted Nuts
13. Fast Food Burgers
14. Restaurant or Frozen Pizza
15. Instant Rice and Pasta Mixes

[theronyoumans]

Moderation, balance, and regularly exercising is key
Too much of any one thing can be bad for you. Don’t be afraid to eat just be mindful of how much and how often. Don’t drive yourself crazy because the air we breathe ain’t healthy.

[flintforever]

So, just eat fresh fruits, vegetables and drink water? I'm not going to make it. 🤦🏾‍♀️

[joychapman]

Thank you Dr. Frita! I think that I found out from watching your video how I ended up with high blood pressure. The only health condition that I had as a little girl is Epilepsy Seizures. I went to a primary doctor one day when I lived in another state and got told that I had high blood pressure. I stay away from processed foods, pasteurized foods, Monosodium Glutamate, Lard, Canola Oil, fried foods, caffeine, caffeinated and carbonated beverages, food coloring, foody dye, energy drinks, sports drinks, soy products which are all known to cause and trigger seizures. Basically, when I was a little girl I never had a weight problem. I had been in the extremely obese range in my late twenties due to me suffering from major depression and wondered how come the doctors never found anything for me having high blood pressure back at this time. All of a sudden that I am in my early 40s the doctor decides to tell me that I have high blood pressure. I never could figure out the reason for me having high blood pressure and my primary care doctor previously couldn't tell me even after I showed him a list of foods that I was eating for a two month period. I love and enjoyed the information you gave in this video. It's quite interesting that some specialist (neurologist) tell patients to eat popcorn for having a healthy type of snack. I have learned that some things contradict when it comes to patients having certain pre-existing medical conditions (Epilepsy, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Etc.). Thanks so much for the heads up and all this information!

[lanaborodina]

THIS video should be played at schools.

[Prince]

Watermelon has my blood pressure good instantly

[elinyc]

The short version...
"If it tastes good... spit it out!!"

[brianspivey]

Thanks Dr. Frita, I just turned 65 and have been doing a pretty good job keeping my BP normal. Yes I do wander off the path every now and then and eat something unhealthy, but only in moderation. By the way I just ordered your book!!

[ursuladubrick]

Label watching is so important. Thank you so much for this video!❤

[joechambers]

Change the food, I love Bushes vegetarian beans, Loaded with sugar, most of the sugar is in the sauce. take half or more of what you plan to eat and rinse it under water.put them back together and heat, add some cumin.

[modelerica]

The grocery store ain’t it no more!! I’m proud of myself cuz I rarely go to the center and freezer isles unless I’m getting a requested item from the kids because I try to make it home.. it’s hard and sad at the same time we can’t just eat healthy instead we have to be scientists!!

[karenpascoe]

Thanks for letting me tag along with you at the grocery store. I need to do more label-checking to reduce saturated fats and high salt and sugar in making food choices . I prefer to modify my diet instead of popping pills. Thank you so much!!

[bernicevorledorme]

Hello watching you from Ghana 🇬🇭
My sister from another mother
God bless you soo much 💓

[markkrispin]

Hi Dr. Frita. I am a new subbie to your channel and I love it. I have learned a lot and thank you for your support. Keep up the good work!

[jasonsimmons]

Thank you sister for this information ❤! I’m a type 1 diabetic for 30+ years now. Recently got word from my doc that I had some kidney issues so now I’m trying right all these wrongs lol

[reginamillergodsproperty]

This video lets me know I am on the right track finally

[catherinefrancis]

Just started a plant based diet❤ my doctors are trying to get me to take pills/statins. I said no thank you

[NestaVision]

Thank you doctor...I recently donated all of my canned goods to a food bank. Discipline is key to staying away from salt.