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Bread is one of the nation's favourite staple foods and even though it has an important role to play in a balanced diet, it is the single largest contributor of salt, according to Action on Salt.

Fresh, crusty and delicious at breakfast, lunch or dinner, our Sourdough recipe can be made at home and makes for a healthier alternative to traditional and pre-packaged options. It may take a bit of time, but we can assure you it's worth the wait!

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Globally, 51 % of stroke deaths are attributable to high systolic blood pressure. Reducing blood pressure would help lower the percentage of these preventable deaths.

Served with crushed new potatoes and fresh homemade tomato salsa, our Sea Bass recipe is a mouth-watering masterpiece, perfect for a weekday dinner.

If you fancy something more colourful, try swapping the Seas Bass for Salmon, which is a good source of Omega-3.

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If you have excess weight, losing just 5-10 % of your overall weight will have great benefits, including reducing your risk of heart attacks and strokes. For more education articles and exercise recommendations optimised for reducing high blood pressure, visit My Blood Pressure (link in bio).

Hypertension is mostly asymptomatic. The best defence against hypertension is awareness and prevention. One way to do this is by taking regular blood pressure readings and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

It’s recommended to do 150 minutes of moderate to intense exercise a week. Studies have shown that isometric exercises are especially beneficial for lowering high blood pressure, this includes planks and wall sits.

Soup season is well underway and this week, we're tucking into a bowl (or two!) of our delicious Minestrone Soup – hearty, warming and low in salt. 🍲
What's your favourite soup to enjoy?

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The superman plank helps improve core strength and stability. This is 1 exercise example that helps lower blood pressure, for more exercise recommendations visit My Blood Pressure (link in bio).

Fruit and vegetables are full of vitamins, minerals and fibre. They also contain potassium, which can help to balance out the negative effects of salt, helping to reduce your blood pressure.

Give greens a go this week with our mouth-watering Lemon Chicken & Cavolo Nero Stew.

cavolo nero is similar to kale (that's why it's sometimes called black kale), and contains nutrients which can help with eye health (lutein), maintaining normal bones (vitamin K)and help the immune system to function normally (vitamins A and C)?

Vegetables are an important part of any balanced diet, so weaving them into dishes like this is an easy and delicious way to keep on track with your five a day.

Get the recipe: https://www.mybloodpressure.co.uk/heart-hub/lemon-chicken-cavolo-nero-stew

Half of these adults who have high blood pressure are not diagnosed or receiving treatment. Hypertension is mostly asymptomatic, so many people are unaware that they have the condition. This is why you should regularly monitor your blood pressure to make sure it’s within a healthy range.

Our measurement reports were developed alongside our clinical team led by Dr Katie Stephens, to create easy-to-read reports that can be emailed to your GP, helping to support over-strained GPs by doing the initial leg work to support the diagnosis and management of hypertension. You can access this free of charge via My Blood Pressure (link in bio).

Make the most of apples being in season this , with our Baked Apples with Prune Granola recipe. Ideal for weekend brunching, or a natural dessert, the recipe can be adapted to suit your taste. Here's a few ideas to mix things up:

Why not try using dried cranberries instead of the raisins?
Or sprinkling with ground cinnamon instead of ginger, for an autumnal twist.

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80% of strokes are preventable, hypertension being responsible for more than half of these. It’s important to measure your blood pressure regularly to catch the early signs of hypertension before it leads to a serious health event.

Looking for a healthy but mouth-watering dinner? Then try this Lemon Cod with Oat Crumb Spinach! Not a fan of cod? Not a problem - try it on sea bass, haddock or salmon instead.

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Hypertension is one of the leading causes of strokes and heart attacks. This is why it's important to measure your blood pressure regularly to avoid any unwanted surprises.
Visit mybloodpressure.co.uk (link in bio) for free educational content about high blood pressure and how to lower it to a healthier level.

A brilliant speedy midweek dinner, this spicy Chicken Chilli Rice has heat from chilli, sweetness from corn and healthy fats from guacamole – who needs extra salt when you've got all of that going on?

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Symptoms of a stroke can vary widely depending on which part of the brain is affected. However, an easy way to remember the more common symptoms is by using the NHS’s stroke acronym.

Great with a green salad for a light and tasty lunch, these Creamy Leek Filled Jacket Potatoes are full of flavour and low on salt. To save time, you can precook the potatoes in advance or pop them in the microwave.

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"Hypertension is a medical diagnosis given when the blood pressure is persistently found to be raised. It can lead to damage both to the heart and to other organs in the body."
Dr Katie Stephens

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A great way to use up leftover roast chicken or turkey - this super-summery salad is a great dinner option! Using a homemade salad dressing is a great way to make sure and don’t consume any secret salt.

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Studies show that holding a 2 minute plank is the most effective exercise to lower blood pressure. It also helps improve core muscles, stability and has many other benefits. You can find more exercise recommendations optimised for lowering blood pressure on mybloodpressure.co.uk (link in bio).

The average adult eats around 40% more salt than the daily recommendation. Too much salt can make you store water, ultimately raising your blood pressure. Visit mybloodpressure.co.uk for recipes that are low in salt and quick to make, (link in bio).

Within My Blood Pressure, you can view the Heart Hub for engaging and informative content from experts within their respective fields. These include educational blood pressure content, exercise recommendations and heart-healthy recipes; giving you the knowledge to act towards achieving healthier blood pressure levels. Visit mybloodpressure.co.uk (link in bio), free of charge, to start your blood pressure management journey today!

My Blood Pressure – your personal FREE blood pressure companion. My Blood Pressure offers easy-to-use tools to track, analyse, and gain valuable insights into your own blood pressure. It also takes your unique blood pressure readings into consideration, providing you with personalised clinical advice to equip you with an increased understanding of what your readings mean. Visit mybloodpressure.co.uk (link in bio), free of charge, to start your blood pressure management journey today!