A healthy diet helps to protect against non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and blood pressure.
Foods to eat
Fruits
- Bananas
- Blueberries and strawberries
- Watermelon
- Kiwi
- Pomegranates
- Citrus fruits like oranges.
Vegetables
- Beetroot
- Leafy green vegetables
- Garlic
Others
- Dark chocolate
- Yogurt
Foods to avoid
- Saturated and trans fats
- Alcoholic beverages
- High-sodium foods
- Fatty meals
References:
- American Heart Association. “Managing Blood Pressure with a Heart-Healthy Diet.” heart.org, 2016, www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/changes-you-can-make-to-manage-high-blood-pressure/managing-blood-pressure-with-a-heart-healthy-diet