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Food Safety Guide for Hypertension

Hypertension means elevated blood pressure. Limiting sodium intake is essential. Eat potassium-rich fruits and vegetables, and avoid salty foods.

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92

Safe

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103

Caution

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48

Danger

Analyzed 243 foods for Hypertension safety.

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Safe (92)

Korean Rolled Omelette

200kcal

Relatively low in sodium.

Chicken Breast Salad

250kcal

Low sodium, rich in potassium.

Korean Shaved Ice

450kcal

Low sodium, minimal blood pressure impact.

Korean Sweet Pancake

300kcal

Low in sodium.

Barley Rice

400kcal

Low sodium with potassium.

Egg Rice

350kcal

Low sodium if soy sauce is reduced.

Chicken Porridge

250kcal

Relatively low in sodium.

Sweet Potato

150kcal

Rich in potassium, good for blood pressure.

Multi-Grain Rice

300kcal

Rich in potassium and magnesium.

Seasoned Bean Sprouts

50kcal

Rich potassium, low sodium.

Seasoned Spinach

40kcal

Rich in potassium and magnesium.

Fish-Shaped Pastry

200kcal

Relatively low in sodium.

French Toast

400kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Pancake

450kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Salmon Sashimi

200kcal

Omega-3 helps blood pressure.

Edamame

120kcal

Rich potassium, good for blood pressure.

Cake

450kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Macaron

100kcal

Low sodium.

Ice Cream

300kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Waffle

400kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Donut

350kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Croissant

300kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Cookie

200kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Orange Juice

110kcal

Rich potassium, good for blood pressure.

Milk

150kcal

Calcium and potassium good for blood pressure.

Soy Milk

100kcal

Rich in potassium.

Green Tea

2kcal

Catechins help lower blood pressure.

Smoothie

300kcal

Rich in potassium.

Brown Rice

280kcal

Magnesium helps blood pressure.

Quinoa Salad

300kcal

Potassium and magnesium help.

Greek Yogurt

130kcal

Calcium and potassium help blood pressure.

Salmon Steak

350kcal

Omega-3 helps blood pressure.

Avocado Toast

350kcal

Rich in potassium.

Oatmeal

250kcal

Fiber helps blood pressure.

Banana

100kcal

Very rich potassium, great for blood pressure.

Apple

95kcal

Potassium helps blood pressure.

Watermelon

80kcal

Citrulline helps blood pressure.

Strawberry

50kcal

Antioxidants good for blood pressure.

Grape

100kcal

Polyphenols help blood pressure.

Tomato

25kcal

Potassium (237mg/100g) and lycopene help regulate blood pressure.

Broccoli

35kcal

Rich in potassium.

Avocado

240kcal

Very rich in potassium.

Fried Egg

120kcal

Low sodium.

Tofu

80kcal

Calcium and magnesium help blood pressure.

Mixed Nuts

300kcal

Magnesium helps blood pressure.

Yogurt

100kcal

Calcium and potassium help blood pressure.

Scorched Rice

200kcal

Low sodium.

Pumpkin Porridge

200kcal

Rich in potassium.

Red Bean Shaved Ice

400kcal

Low sodium.

Boiled Whole Chicken

400kcal

Relatively low sodium.

Seasoned Seaweed Salad

45kcal

Rich in potassium.

Bean Rice

290kcal

Potassium in beans helps regulate blood pressure.

Brown Rice

270kcal

Magnesium and potassium help regulate blood pressure.

Mixed Grain Rice

265kcal

Mineral-rich and beneficial for blood pressure.

Seasoned Spinach

50kcal

Rich in potassium, helps lower blood pressure.

Korean Rice Cake

220kcal

Low sodium.

Korean Sweet Rice Drink

130kcal

Low sodium.

Strawberry

32kcal

Rich in potassium, helps regulate blood pressure.

Watermelon

30kcal

Potassium and lycopene benefit blood pressure.

Grape

69kcal

Potassium and resveratrol benefit blood pressure.

Mango

65kcal

Potassium-rich, helps regulate blood pressure.

Kiwi

61kcal

Rich in potassium, helps lower blood pressure.

Pineapple

50kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Orange

47kcal

Potassium and flavonoids benefit blood pressure.

Peach

39kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Tomato

18kcal

Potassium and lycopene benefit blood pressure.

Avocado

160kcal

Very potassium-rich, healthy fat benefits blood pressure.

Blueberry

57kcal

Anthocyanins help lower blood pressure.

Broccoli

34kcal

Potassium and magnesium help regulate blood pressure.

Sweet Potato

86kcal

Rich in potassium, helps regulate blood pressure.

Carrot

41kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Spinach

23kcal

Potassium and magnesium lower blood pressure.

Cabbage

25kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Onion

40kcal

Quercetin helps lower blood pressure.

Garlic

149kcal

Allicin helps lower blood pressure.

Mushroom

22kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Potato

77kcal

Rich in potassium, helps regulate blood pressure.

Cucumber

16kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Tofu

76kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Tuna Sashimi

130kcal

Omega-3 helps lower blood pressure.

Pollock

90kcal

Low sodium and protein-rich.

Chicken Breast

165kcal

Low sodium and protein-rich.

Boiled Egg

78kcal

Low sodium and protein-rich.

Yogurt

100kcal

Calcium and potassium help regulate blood pressure.

Greek Yogurt

130kcal

Calcium and potassium benefit blood pressure.

Almond

164kcal

Magnesium and potassium help regulate blood pressure.

Walnut

185kcal

Omega-3 helps lower blood pressure.

Black Tea

2kcal

Flavonoids help lower blood pressure.

Barley Tea

5kcal

Caffeine-free, no blood pressure burden.

Orange Juice

112kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

Oatmeal

150kcal

Potassium and magnesium help regulate blood pressure.

Edamame (Soybeans)

121kcal

Potassium helps regulate blood pressure.

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Caution (103)

Grilled Pork Belly

550kcal

Watch sodium from dipping sauces.

Bibimbap

500kcal

Watch sodium from gochujang sauce.

Bulgogi

400kcal

High sodium from soy sauce marinade.

Korean Fried Chicken

600kcal

Relatively high in sodium.

Bossam

450kcal

Watch sodium from dipping sauce.

Gimbap

400kcal

Watch sodium from pickled radish and ham.

Ginseng Chicken Soup

550kcal

Watch sodium in broth.

Japchae

350kcal

Watch sodium from soy sauce.

Cold Noodles

450kcal

Watch sodium in broth.

Bean Sprout Soup

150kcal

Watch sodium in broth.

Omurice

550kcal

Watch sodium from ketchup and sauce.

Triangle Gimbap

200kcal

Contains sodium.

Korean Blood Sausage

350kcal

Watch sodium.

Rice Cake Soup

450kcal

Watch sodium in broth.

Grilled Intestines

400kcal

Watch sodium from sauce.

Tofu with Stir-fried Kimchi

300kcal

Watch sodium from kimchi.

Spaghetti

550kcal

Watch sodium in sauce.

Sushi

400kcal

Watch sodium from soy sauce.

Seaweed Soup

200kcal

Watch sodium from soy broth.

Tonkatsu

600kcal

Watch sodium in sauce.

Grilled Mackerel

300kcal

Watch sodium from salt grilling.

Knife-Cut Noodle Soup

450kcal

Broth may be high in sodium.

Spicy Mixed Noodles

400kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

Beef Bulgogi

400kcal

High sodium from soy sauce marinade.

Pork Ribs

550kcal

High sodium in marinade.

Steamed Egg

120kcal

Salted, contains some sodium.

Braised Tofu

150kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

Banquet Noodle Soup

400kcal

High sodium in broth.

Dumplings

350kcal

Salted, contains sodium.

Korean Corn Dog

350kcal

High sodium from sausage.

Rice Cake Skewers

250kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Carbonara

650kcal

High sodium from bacon and cheese.

Steak

500kcal

Watch salt seasoning.

Caesar Salad

350kcal

High sodium from dressing and cheese.

Risotto

500kcal

Sodium from cheese and butter.

Gratin

550kcal

High sodium from cheese and cream.

Cream Soup

300kcal

High sodium content.

Sweet and Sour Pork

600kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Fried Rice

500kcal

High sodium from soy sauce.

Spicy Crispy Chicken

550kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Chinese Cold Platter

350kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Pan-Fried Dumplings

400kcal

Relatively high sodium.

Chinese Crispy Chicken

500kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Udon Noodles

400kcal

High sodium in broth.

Curry Rice

600kcal

High sodium in curry roux.

Beef Bowl

550kcal

High sodium from soy sauce.

Pork Cutlet Bowl

700kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Takoyaki

350kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Coffee

5kcal

Caffeine temporarily raises blood pressure.

Chocolate

250kcal

Dark is OK but watch sugar.

Cola

140kcal

Caffeine may raise blood pressure.

Beer

200kcal

Alcohol raises blood pressure.

Americano

10kcal

Caffeine temporarily raises blood pressure.

Convenience Store Sandwich

350kcal

High sodium processed food.

Sweet Spicy Fried Chicken

700kcal

High sodium in sauce.

Taco

350kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

Canned Tuna

150kcal

High sodium processed food.

Roasted Seaweed

20kcal

Salted, contains sodium.

Cheese

110kcal

High sodium.

Spicy Mixed Cold Noodles

450kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

Grilled Short Rib Patties

400kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

Sweet Crispy Chicken

500kcal

High sodium.

Grilled Intestines

450kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

Pan-Fried Beef Jeon

250kcal

Salted, contains sodium.

Diet/Zero Cola

2kcal

Caffeine may temporarily raise blood pressure.

Beef Bone Broth Soup

280kcal

Broth is high in sodium. Reduce broth intake.

Seaweed Soup

90kcal

Watch soy sauce and salt seasoning.

Grilled Beef Short Ribs

480kcal

High sodium in marinade.

Spicy Braised Chicken

380kcal

Spicy seasoning and high sodium.

Grilled Eel

420kcal

Watch sodium in seasoning.

Kimchi

15kcal

High sodium. Eat only small amounts.

Seasoned Bean Sprouts

35kcal

Watch sodium from soy sauce and salt seasoning.

Stir-fried Anchovies

120kcal

High sodium. Eat only small amounts.

Green Onion Pancake

320kcal

Watch sodium in soy sauce dip.

Kimchi Pancake

340kcal

High sodium from kimchi and soy sauce.

Seafood Green Onion Pancake

380kcal

Watch sodium from seafood and soy sauce.

Korean Knife-Cut Noodles

420kcal

High sodium in broth.

Korean Rice Wine

100kcal

Alcohol raises blood pressure.

Donut

310kcal

Contains trans fat and sodium.

Canned Tuna

150kcal

High sodium. Choose low-sodium products.

Shrimp

99kcal

Watch sodium intake.

Clam

74kcal

Contains sodium.

Peanut

161kcal

Salted peanuts are high in sodium. Choose unsalted.

Americano Coffee

5kcal

Caffeine may temporarily raise blood pressure.

Cafe Latte

120kcal

Caffeine temporarily raises blood pressure.

Sports/Isotonic Drink

50kcal

Contains sodium.

Cola

140kcal

Caffeine raises blood pressure; phosphate hinders calcium absorption.

Dried Seaweed (Laver)

35kcal

Seasoned laver is high in sodium. Choose roasted plain laver.

French Fries

365kcal

High sodium.

Ice Cream

207kcal

Contains saturated fat and sodium.

Chocolate

546kcal

Dark chocolate flavonoids help blood pressure but watch sugar.

Whole Wheat Bread

247kcal

Contains sodium.

Carbonara Pasta

580kcal

High sodium from bacon and cheese.

Caesar Salad

220kcal

Watch sodium from dressing and cheese.

Beef Stew

290kcal

High sodium.

Soba Noodles

230kcal

Watch sodium in soy sauce dip.

Udon Noodle Soup

390kcal

High sodium in broth.

Tonkatsu (Pork Cutlet)

500kcal

Contains sodium and saturated fat.

Miso Soup

40kcal

Miso paste is high in sodium.

Gyoza Dumplings

280kcal

Watch sodium in soy sauce and filling.

Fried Rice

400kcal

High sodium from soy sauce and salt.

Wonton Soup

200kcal

High sodium in broth.

Spicy Chewy Noodles

450kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

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Danger (48)

Kimchi Stew

350kcal

Very high sodium content poses risks for blood pressure.

Soybean Paste Stew

300kcal

Soybean paste has very high sodium.

Tteokbokki

450kcal

Very high sodium from gochujang and fish cake.

Instant Ramen

500kcal

Sodium exceeds 80% of daily recommendation.

Pizza

550kcal

Very high sodium from cheese and toppings.

Hamburger

550kcal

High sodium from patty, cheese, and sauce.

Jajangmyeon

650kcal

Very high sodium from black bean paste.

Braised Pig Feet

500kcal

Very high sodium from soy sauce braising.

Short Rib Soup

500kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Soft Tofu Stew

300kcal

Very high sodium in stew broth.

Kimchi Fried Rice

500kcal

Very high sodium from kimchi and seasoning.

Spicy Stir-fried Chicken

450kcal

Very high sodium in seasoning.

Army Stew

550kcal

Extremely high sodium from sausage, spam, broth.

Pork Rice Soup

550kcal

Very high sodium from broth and shrimp paste.

Cup Noodles

350kcal

Sodium nears daily recommendation.

Stir-fried Squid

300kcal

Very high sodium in seasoning.

Spicy Beef Soup

400kcal

Very high sodium in spicy broth.

Spicy Stir-fried Pork

450kcal

Very high sodium in seasoning.

Pork Bone Stew

500kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Spicy Seafood Stew

350kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Braised Spicy Chicken

450kcal

Very high sodium in seasoning.

Stir-Fried Kimchi

150kcal

Very high sodium from kimchi.

Spicy Squid Rice Bowl

500kcal

Very high sodium in seasoning.

Soy Braised Beef

200kcal

Very high sodium from soy sauce.

Spicy Fish Stew

300kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Braised Monkfish

350kcal

Very high sodium in seasoning.

Fish Cake Soup

200kcal

Very high sodium from fish cakes and broth.

Stir-Fried Sundae

450kcal

Very high sodium in seasoning.

Ramyeon Tteokbokki

600kcal

Very high sodium.

Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup

550kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Mala Hot Pot Soup

500kcal

Very high sodium in mala sauce.

Japanese Ramen

550kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Soju

250kcal

High alcohol significantly raises blood pressure.

Convenience Store Lunchbox

600kcal

Very high sodium processed food.

Cup Rice

400kcal

Very high sodium processed food.

Hot Bar

200kcal

Very high sodium processed food.

Soy Garlic Fried Chicken

650kcal

Very high sodium from soy sauce.

Cheeseburger

550kcal

Very high sodium.

French Fries

400kcal

Very high salt content.

Nachos

500kcal

Very high sodium from cheese and chips.

Hot Wings

500kcal

Very high sodium in sauce.

Kimchi Dumplings

300kcal

High sodium from kimchi and salt.

Korean Hangover Soup

320kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Shin Ramyeon (Spicy Instant Noodles)

500kcal

Extremely high sodium (~1800mg per pack).

Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup

550kcal

Very high sodium in broth.

Korean Soju

120kcal

Alcohol raises blood pressure.

Ramen Tteokbokki

520kcal

Very high sodium.

Mapo Tofu

290kcal

Very high sodium from doubanjiang.

Hypertension Diet FAQ

Q. What foods are bad for high blood pressure?

High-sodium foods like ramen, stews, fermented foods, and processed foods are key offenders. Keep daily sodium under 2,000mg.

Q. What foods help lower blood pressure?

Potassium-rich bananas, spinach, sweet potatoes, and magnesium-rich nuts are helpful. The DASH diet is recommended.

Q. Can I drink coffee with hypertension?

1-2 cups daily is generally fine, but if you're caffeine-sensitive, your blood pressure may temporarily rise.

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