Low blood pressure (hypotension) is a condition where the pressure of the blood flowing through your blood vessels is lower than normal. This often means a blood pressure below 90/60 mm Hg [1]. According to the American Heart Association [2], the blood pressure of most healthy people is below 120/80 mm Hg.
Blood pressure fluctuates throughout the day, so transient periods of only mildly low blood pressure may not cause any symptoms. If you suffer from hypotension (long-lasting low blood pressure), you may need help managing it to avoid complications. In this article you will learn ways to increase your blood pressure:
Dietary tips to raise blood pressure
Your diet plays an important role in regulating your blood pressure.
Drink more water
Water is good for your health. If you have low blood pressure, you should pay even more attention to how much water you drink. The reason is that your body’s water levels can affect your blood pressure.
Your blood pressure is more likely to drop when you are dehydrated. Your blood volume decreases [3] when you are dehydrated and this reduces your blood pressure. Make sure to stay hydrated by drinking more water and fluids. Up your water intake when you are going to exercise or perform strenuous physical activities that can make you lose water through sweat.