High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major public health concern, being responsible for an estimated 7 million deaths annually, either directly or via increasing the risk of comorbidities such as heart disease or stroke

In addition to this, it is estimated that 40% of adults over the age of 25 years will at some point or another in their lifetime experience short lived hypertension, though the actual frequency of this converting into chronic hypertension is not established
What is clear in both of these instances is the fact that high blood pressure needs to be taken in hand before it spirals out of control, with the best place to start often being diet, and overall lifestyle habits

There are many natural foods that work well in helping to control blood pressure, or lowering blood pressure that is currently on the higher side. Here are some great food options to keep your blood pressure readings within the normal ranges