7 food items that help you avoid hypertension, a common health problem of Nepal

Hypertension (HTN) defined as a ‘systolic blood pressure (SBP) values of 130mmHg or more and/or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) more than 80 mmHg’ is one of the most significant modifiable risk factor s for cardiovascular diseases. In Nepal, the overall prevalence of hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is 19.6% .

In order to balance the blood pressure level, along with periodic measurement, treatment, and medication, many studies conclude that dietary modifications can have a huge impact on your blood pressure.