If you eat beef, chicken, or fish that has been broiled or grilled at high temperatures, you may be increasing the likelihood that you’ll develop high blood pressure, according to new research presented at the 2018 American Heart Association Epidemiology and Prevention Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Health Scientific Sessions, held in New Orleans.
A common query we ran across in our research was “Does eating meat cause high blood pressure?”.
On many health websites, you’ll read that red meat is bad for high blood pressure – it’s high in cholesterol and saturated fat and eating too much of it will bump up your blood pressure. That’s the usual line. It’s true that many studies have shown that eating red meat regularly is linked to higher rates of heart disease, and heart disease and high blood pressure often go together.
What meats to avoid with high blood pressure?
Deli meats should be avoided because the manufacturers of these meats cure, season and preserve them with salt. Hot dogs contains two nutrients which are the culprits for the criticism they receive. A couple extra items to look into are: salami, bacon, pepperoni, beef jerky, chicken with skin, ham, sausage, and fatty red meat.
What foods are good for high blood pressure?
Emphasizing vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Including fat-free or low-fat dairy products, beans, nuts and vegetable oils. Limiting poultry, meat, and fish intake to no more than two servings per day. Limiting foods that are high in saturated fat, such as fatty meats, full-fat dairy products and tropical oils. Limiting sugar-sweetened foods and drinks, and more items.
Although some may discard them, beet greens are great for health, and they are among the vegetables that lower blood pressure. Yams may look like sweet potatoes, but they are a different tuber vegetable altogether. A couple extra things to keep in mind: kale, arugula, spinach, bamboo shoots, swiss chard, fennel, potatoes, or artichokes.