Health tips · ब्लड प्रेशर
High blood pressure & salt
Most Indians eat far more salt than the recommended limit, much of it hidden in packaged snacks, pickles and restaurant food.
This page is general health information, not medical advice. Sri Sarayu products are foods, not medicines. We do not claim that our products prevent, treat or cure any condition, or that other products cause them. Choosing clean, unadulterated ingredients is one way to avoid some avoidable risks. Please see a qualified doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
What it is
High blood pressure (hypertension) means the force of blood against artery walls stays too high. It usually has no symptoms, but over years it damages the heart, brain and kidneys. The WHO recommends less than 5 g of salt a day for adults, about one teaspoon.
Common city-life contributors
- Packaged namkeen, chips, instant noodles and ready meals
- Restaurant and street food
- Pickles, papad and sauces every day
- Stress, little sleep and little exercise
- Weight gain and alcohol
Everyday habits that help
- Use spices, amchur, lemon and herbs to add flavour so you need less salt
- Taste before adding salt at the table
- Cut down on packaged snacks, papad and pickles
- Eat more vegetables, fruit, dals and curd
- Stay active, sleep well and manage stress
- Check your blood pressure at least once a year
Where clean ingredients fit in
Well-made spices give food so much flavour that you need less salt. Our low-sodium chaat masala and no-MSG blends are made with this in mind. They are still seasonings, so use them sensibly.
When to see a doctor
- Your BP reading is 140/90 or higher, or 130/80 with other risk factors
- Severe headache, chest pain, breathlessness or sudden weakness: seek emergency care
- You are on BP medicines: never stop them without advice
Reviewed for general readers. This is not a substitute for advice from your own doctor.
