9 items like instant noodles, namkeen and ready-to-soup can increase BP!

Noodles, papad, pickles, sauces and namkeen are available in almost all homes. These packaged food items, which are part of daily diet, can also become the reason for deteriorating BP levels. A video claiming this is available on YouTube. In this video, it is advised not to eat a total of 9 such items, which can worsen the condition of hypertension patients.
Now anything can be posted on social media. In such a situation, it is important to know what is the truth? Do these food items really have any connection with the worsening of BP levels or is this claim completely false? Sajjag Fact Check team has talked to experts in this regard.

the video says this

In the beginning of this video it is said that if you are a victim of high BP then you should remove 9 food items from your diet. This includes cheese, pickle, papad, namkeen, packaged drinks, ready-to-cook soup and instant noodles etc. Dr. Shrey Kumar Srivastava, Senior Consultant at Sharda Hospital, watched this clip and told the truth about the claim.,

eat less sodium

Analyzing the information present in the video, the doctor said that generally patients with high blood pressure are advised to eat less sodium. Excess sodium increases blood pressure. Processed and packaged foods like instant noodles, pickles, papads, ready-to-cook soups and namkeens are high in sodium and preservatives. Therefore, eating these can not only increase BP but also affect heart health.

Sweet drinks are also not good

Packaged drinks and sugary beverages lead to weight gain and insulin resistance, which affects blood pressure.

Salt even in processed cheese

Processed cheese is also now a part of the diet in Indian homes. It contains salt and saturated fat, which increases cholesterol level and puts pressure on the heart.

What are healthy options

Experts recommend following the DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) diet. This includes fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and low-fat dairy products. In this diet, less sodium goes into the body and more nutrition is available.

Make changes in lifestyle

To keep BP balanced, you will have to pay attention to some other things along with food. As-

• Do regular exercise and also pay attention to stress management.
• Stay away from alcohol and smoking.
• Before making major changes in diet, consult your doctor.

Fact Check Conclusion

In the investigation of the Vigilant Fact Check team, this video advising to keep BP balanced has been proved to be correct. 9 special types of food items cause harm to health, hence it is better to remove them from your lifestyle after consulting a doctor.