You can still eat pork if you have high blood pressure.
People with high blood pressure may wonder if pork is too salty.The good news?Barbara Capozzi is the clinical dean at the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City.
The Cleveland Clinic says you want foods that are low in salt, fat and calories to lower your blood pressure.Your body will retain more water when you eat pork.Salt is kept in check in order to release it from the body later.Extra water puts pressure on the heart and blood vessels.
Most people should limit their salt intake to no more than 2,300 milligrams a day, according to the American Heart Association.A small amount of salt is about 2,400 milligrams.The AHA says you should consume no more than 1,500 milligrams a day.
Some cuts of pork are high in calories and can cause your blood pressure to rise.Extra calories can cause you to gain weight.Being overweight is a risk factor for high blood pressure.
The North Dakota State University Extension Service says that pigs are raised to be leaner today than they were 20 years ago.There are health benefits to pork.Lean pork is a good source of iron, vitamins and minerals.
She says that eating pork that has been highly processed can raise your blood pressure if you are hypertensive.
It's a good idea to choose your cuts wisely.A 3-ounce serving of white pork tenderloin has less than 80 milligrams of sodium, which can fit into your daily total.You want to limit the amount of ham you eat because it can be eight times more salty than the tenderloin.Just one strip of bacon can have a lot of salt.
Cook well, too.The easiest way to remove calories from pork is to trim all visible fat before cooking.Don't season your lean cuts of pork with salt.Fresh herbs and spices can be used as a substitute for salt.Grilling, broiling and roasting are the best ways to cook pork.
It's a good idea to go for healthier marinades.If you cook pork in sauces, they can add more salt and calories, especially if they are high in sugar and fat.If you want a fat-free dressing, choose a wine-flavored one instead of the oil-based ones.