High Blood Pressure or hypertension is a chronic condition where the blood pressure abnormally rises.

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Blood pressure can be expressed by two measurements which are the ''Systolic''(maximum) and ''Diastolic''(minimum) pressures and studies show that normal blood pressure at rest should be something around 100-140 milliliters mercury.

High blood pressure symptoms include headache, buzzing ears, fast heart rate, tremor and bulging eyes.

Here are some foods that can help you lower your blood pressure for a more healthy life.

Tilapia

This kind of fish is common in Kenya and with the geographical location of the nation(bordering the Great Lake Victoria)acquiring the fish is relatively easy.

Tilapia contains magnesium and potassium,2 of the 4 most needed minerals in the body to suppress high blood pressure with the others being Sodium and calcium.

This kind of fish supplies your body with 8 percent of the minerals putting in some distance between you and the condition and can be cooked in any way you prefer including roasting.

Bananas

One banana supplies the body with 1% of calcium,12% of potassium and 8% of magnesium making it very effective in blood pressure lowering.The fruit can be taken as a snack during a work or school break, during breakfast or as a supplementary during dinner.

Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are very rich in nutrients.One medium sized potato can carry up to 8% of all the magnesium needed by the body,4% calcium and 15% potassium.It is also advised that you eat the skin as well as it contains a 1% addition of each of the nutrients.

The potatoes are also known for their energy-giving qualities and high sugar levels making them very sweet and delicious.They are better eaten with a cup of tea,milk or water because they can be chocking.

Yogurt

Yogurt is a by-product of milk and one of the foods containing the highest level of calcium(49%). Its high levels of magnesium and potassium are good for your body as they play an important role in ensuring normal blood flow levels.

Packed with 12% of magnesium and 18% of potassium your body needs daily,you can lower your blood pressure naturally.

Others include beans, pork, avocados and spinach