Flavor and Wellness

High Blood Pressure

4 articles

A person contemplating a plate of processed foods, with a salt shaker subtly emphasized, representing the crucial dietary choice for managing high blood pressure.
Food

What is the most important food to limit for high blood pressure?

The average American consumes about 1½ teaspoons of salt daily, which is 50% more than recommended.

Isabella Cortez·September 9, 2026
A visual metaphor showing processed food ingredients swirling ominously within a blood pressure cuff, symbolizing the link between preservatives and hypertension.
Nutrition

New Study Links Food Preservatives to High Blood Pressure

A recent study involving 112,395 people revealed that eight common food preservatives, including potassium sorbate (E202) and sodium nitrite (E250), are linked to a significantly higher risk of high b

Chloe Bennett·June 20, 2026
A delicious and healthy dinner plate featuring colorful vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains, perfect for managing high blood pressure.
Recipes

Easy Dinner Recipes For High Blood Pressure Management Now

A recent study found that adding just two servings of vegetables and one serving of fruit daily can reduce systolic blood pressure by an average of 5 mmHg in four weeks, a result comparable to some me

Isabella Cortez·April 15, 2026
A colorful and abundant table laden with healthy, culturally diverse dishes, symbolizing the power of food as medicine for managing high blood pressure.
Recipes

Food As Medicine: Managing High Blood Pressure with Cultural Cuisine

A recent 12-week study found participants following culturally relevant 'Food As Medicine' meal plans experienced an average systolic blood pressure reduction of 8 mmHg, a result comparable to some si

Isabella Cortez·April 14, 2026