Sugar implicated in cardiovascular disease risk independent of weight gain

Sugar implicated in cardiovascular disease risk independent of weight gain.

Another strike against sugar. Specifically HFCS (high fructose corn syrup) seems to play a role in raising blood pressure and contributing to hardening of the arteries.

A few natural steps you can take to lower your blood pressure are:

- take a good multi-mineral supplement (potassium, magnesium, calcium)

- add Vitamin D3 to help with the absorption of the minerals (D3 only, not D2), 1,000-2,000 iu’s daily

- drink natural dark grape juice (no added sugars), just 1 cup a day (similar action to wine)

- eat more fish (wild caught is best)

- avoid MSG and nitrates, these additives are much more concentrated than table salt and are often the real culprit to raising blood pressure

- avoid HFCS and any artificial sweeteners (stick to table sugar, honey and real maple syrup, in moderation)

If your blood pressure is not that high, try these natural steps before taking any blood pressure medications. BP medications can carry very harmful side effects, so it is best to avoid them if possible.

And of course finding healthy ways to alleviate stress like meditation, yoga, and exercise will also help keep blood pressure at a healthier level.

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