intake can also work against your overall blood pressure goals.
Common culprits include processed foods, restaurant meals, canned soups, salty snacks, and even condiments.
Actionable tip: Aim to keep daily sodium under 2,300 mg (ideally closer to 1,
500 mg if recommended by your doctor). Read nutrition labels, cook more at home, and flavor food with herbs, spices, lemon, or garlic instead of salt. Small swaps add up quickly.
Skipping Regular Movement or Staying Sedentary for Long Periods
Sitting or standing in one position for hours can make leg and ankle swelling feel more noticeable. Gentle movement helps with circulation
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