One may think of high blood pressure as a concern you will have to deal with when you are older, but it turns out, several pregnant women deal with it too. Hypertension impacts up to 8% of expectant women and can lead to complications such as preeclampsia to low birth weight to a greater risk of placenta abruption (placenta separating from the uterus before labour) to kidney problems.
So, if you are diagnosed with gestational hypertension or are at risk of developing it in pregnancy, you must find a way to keep your blood pressure level under control. Since plenty of medications are not allowed during pregnancy, the key to doing this is by making certain lifestyle changes.
Today, eminent Nutritionist and Dietician Avni Kaul talks about natural ways to reduce blood pressure during pregnancy.
Avoid Excess Salt
Though your body needs sodium in small amounts, having excessive sodium can lead to hypertension. So, try to replace salt with other spices, such as cumin, fresh herbs, and pepper. You should rinse canned food before consumption to rid them of any additional sodium. Try to avoid processed and unhealthy foods. If you buy processed foods, try to opt for those with low-sodium content.
Eat Healthy Food Foods Extra Whole Grains and Potassium Rich Foods
Opt for bananas well, but not merely bananas. Sweet potatoes, prunes, raisins, Rajma, tomatoes, and more are all high on potassium and can thus assist you to lower your blood pressure. Whole grains, those are rich in dietary fibers, can also assist reduce hypertension. So, increase up on legumes, fruits, vegetables, protein, and whole grains. For instance, for breakfast you could have a mixed vegetable omelette along with whole-grain bread and some fruits specifically the skin of the fruit.
Keep Moving
Women, specifically those who are sedentary are more prone to develop high blood pressure. So, implementing a regular physical routine that you can do throughout your pregnancy is very crucial. Not only will it relieve stress, improve blood circulation, and lower blood pressure, but it will have a good impact on your baby’s health outcome going forward. Thus, try to exercise 30 minutes daily. And if you don’t normally work out, you can do things that are not too intensive, such as walking or swimming.
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