High blood pressure - the 50p vegetable you should eat every day to prevent hypertension - Express

High blood pressure is a common condition that affects about 25 per cent of all adults in the UK.

The condition, which is also known as hypertension, puts extra stress on blood vessels and vital organs.

But you could lower your risk of high blood pressure by eating certain foods.

Adding more cabbage to your diet could help to slash your chances of developing hypertension, it’s been claimed.

Cabbage could lower blood pressure as it’s rich in potassium, according to charity Blood Pressure UK.

Potassium helps to cancel out the negative impacts of sodium in your diet.

Sodium, and salt, makes your body holds onto water, which subsequently raises blood pressure.

“Potassium is a key mineral that the body relies on heavily to function properly,” said Blood Pressure UK.

“It helps to lower blood pressure by balancing out the negative effects of salt.

“Your kidneys help to control your blood pressure by controlling the amount of fluid stored in your body.

“All vegetables help your body, but some contain more potassium than others.

“The following vegetables are particularly rich in potassium and may be more helpful in controlling blood pressure; potatoes, sweet potatoes, asparagus, spinach, cabbage, sprouts.”

Everyone should aim to eat five portions of fruit or vegetables a day to owner their blood pressure, it added.

A single portion counts as a dessert bowel of salad, three heaped tablespoons of vegetables, or a glass of vegetable juice.

Frozen and tinned vegetables can contain just as much nutrients as fresh vegetables, said the charity.

High blood pressure is often known as "the silent killerbowl as the symptoms can be difficult to spot.

The condition’s tell-tale signs are only visible if you have extremely high blood pressure.

Common high blood pressure symptoms include chest pain, finding blood in your urine, and headaches.

All adults over 40 years old should check their blood pressure at least every five years.

Speak to a doctor or pharmacist to have your blood pressure checked.

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