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.

51

Safe

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65

Caution

42

Danger

Analyzed 158 foods for Hypertension safety.

Safe (51)

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 and lycopene help 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.

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Caution (65)

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.

Spicy Chewy Noodles

450kcal

High sodium in seasoning.

Danger (42)

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.

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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