Hypotension

Hypotension, or low blood pressure, can result in insufficient blood circulation to essential organs such as the heart and brain. This condition is characterized by systolic and diastolic pressures that fall below 90 mmHg and 60 mmHg, respectively. For individuals experiencing hypotension, a diet that is low in carbohydrates, high in fiber, and low in fat is advisable. Incorporating salty foods may help elevate blood pressure. A nutritious and balanced diet that emphasizes low fat, high fiber, and moderate caloric intake is advantageous. It is advisable to limit the consumption of high-carbohydrate foods, unhealthy fats, fried items, junk food, processed foods, preserved foods, as well as caffeine and alcohol, as these can contribute to lower blood pressure.

DAILY DIET SCHEDULE

EARLY-MORNING

8-10 pieces soaked raisins + Almond- 5 pieces

After 15 min – Tulsi tea / Herbal tea

BREAKFAST

Broken Wheat Porridge (Dalia) / Semolina (Veg Upma) / Vermicelli (Sewian) / poha (Rice flakes) / Besan chila (chickpea flour) / Veg / Suji chila (Semolina) / Stuffed Chapatti / Chapatti with veg or Dal / 1- egg’s white part only

MID-MORNING

Fruit / Coconut water / Herbal tea / Green tea / Salad

LUNCH

Plain chapatti / Mix chapatti / Boiled Rice / Veg + Dal + Curd + Steamed salad

EVENING

Herbal Tea / Green tea / Roasted Chana + Rice flakes / Sprouts / Carrot juice

PRE DINNER

Soups (Home-made)

DINNER

Plain chapatti / Veg khichri / Veg Dalia / Mix chapatti / Boiled Rice / Veg + Dal

DIET INSTRUCTIONS

ALLOWED TO TAKE	AVOID
CEREALS	CEREALS
Whole grains cereals, Wheat, Semolina, Vermicelli, Brown rice, Rice flakes, Puffed rice, Barley, Quinoa, Millets	Refined flour, White rice
FRUITS	FRUITS
All fruits include Grapes, Cherries (Sweet), Lemon, Apricots, Banana, Guava, Papaya, Apple, Sapodilla, Plum, Pomegranate, Pear, Dates.	Orange (sour), Pineapple, Strawberries, Peaches, Prunes, and Canned fruits
VEGETABLES	VEGETABLES
All vegetables Zucchini, Pumpkin, Ginger, Celery, Eggplant, Red onion, Coriander, Potato, Radish, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Kale, Cabbage, Spinach, Beets, Celery, Lettuce, Parsley ,Turnip, Pumpkin, Cucumber, Lima beans.	Canned vegetables, Yam, Sweet potatoes, Taro roots, Jackfruit, Dried beans
PULSES	PULSES
All Pulses and lentils	Dried and frozen pulses
Dairy Products	Dairy Products
Low-fat milk and Buttermilk (occasionally)	High fat milk, Whole milk and cream, Butter, Full-fat Yogurt, Cheese, Cream cheese, Condensed milk
OILS	OILS
Cow ghee, Mustard oil, Olive oil, Soybean oil	Trans fat foods, Butter, Palm oil, Hydrogenated oil
SPICES	SPICES
Fennel, Turmeric, Cumin, Thyme, Black pepper, Coriander, Rock Salt (limited), Cardamom, Cinnamon, Fenugreek	Excess amount of red chilies
Drinks	Drinks
Coconut water, Buttermilk, Clear soups, homemade soups, Lemon juice, Green tea, Beetroot juice, Soy milk, Herbal tea, Aloe Vera juice, Gooseberry juice, Pomegranate juice	Whole milk drinks, Cream based liqueurs, canned soup and packaged soup, Alcohol, Sweetened drinks, Squashes, Hot chocolate drinks, Diet soda, Coffee, and Tea
DRY FRUITS & SEEDS	DRY FRUITS & SEEDS
Almond, Raisins, Pumpkin seeds, Brazil nuts, Sesame seeds	Chia seeds, Cashew nuts, Dried fruits
FLESH FOODS	FLESH FOODS
Eggs white part only, Roasted or Grilled fish, Lean meat, and Cold fish like Sardines, Salmon, Tune, Mackerel, Herring, and Skinless chicken	Red meat, Processed, Fried meat, Beef, Pork, Prawns, Lobster, Crab, Lean beef, Pork, Lamb, Ham, Turkey, Veal, Rabbit, Egg yolk, Fish roe, Sausages, Mutton, Salami, Bacon, Duck, Goose, Meat pies, Visible fat on meat, Organ meat like Liver, Kidney, Chest, Red meat, Smoked or Canned fish, and Fatty Meats
OTHERS	OTHERS
Jaggery, Honey	All bakery products or processed, Sauces, Fruit jellies, Jams, Mayonnaise, White sugar, Ice-cream, Cream soups, Butter scotch, Coconut bar, Chutneys, Deep fried foods, All Spicy foods, Junk foods, Buttered popcorn.

HOME REMEDIES

RAISINS

Soak around 8 – 10 raisins in a cup of water overnight and eat them in the morning on an empty stomach.

HOLY BASIL (TULSI)

You can chew 4 – 5 basil leaves in the morning on daily basis or drink a teaspoon of tulsi with honey daily on an empty stomach.

LEMON JUICE

Drink a glass of lemon juice mixed with a little sugar and salt to control your blood pressure.

GARLIC

You can eat raw garlic (2 cloves) 1 hour before bed time or can add it to your food preparations.

MILK AND ALMONDS

Soak 4–5 almonds in water overnight, peel off the skin in the next morning and make a smooth paste. Add this paste to a cup of boiling milk and drink it every morning for a few weeks to treat your low blood pressure.

CARROTS

Add two tablespoons of honey to a glass of carrot juice. Drink it on empty stomach twice a day (morning and evening) for better results.

DIET TIPS

Water intake should be 8-10 glasses
Walk / Physical activity for 30 min is recommended.
Small and frequent meals should be taken
Whole fruit should be preferred to fruit juices.
Skipping of meals should be avoided especially breakfast.

Things in this diet chart may vary patient to patient due to the Associated Health Issues, so better to consult Ayurveda Experts for better results.