Placing a pinch of salt under the tongue when a person has symptoms of low blood pressure, such as dizziness, headache and feeling faint, does not help regulate blood pressure, because the effect of salt on blood pressure is progressive and takes hours. to happen. Initially, the salt will retain fluids in the body and only then will it increase blood volume, combating low blood pressure.
Therefore, during a low blood pressure crisis, the most recommended thing is for the person to lie down and raise their legs, as this can encourage the return of blood to the heart, helping to improve blood pressure more quickly.
Although salt intake helps control low blood pressure, people with low blood pressure do not need to increase the amount of salt in their meals, because the amount of salt ingested in Brazil is around 12 grams per day, more than double that recommended by the World Health Organization, which is just 5 g daily.
What to do in case of a low blood pressure crisis
What is recommended to do when a person has low blood pressure and feels like they are going to faint, is to lay them on the floor, leaving their legs higher than the rest of their body. This way, the blood will flow more quickly to the heart and brain and the discomfort will disappear in no time.
Furthermore, drinking isotonic drinks, such as coconut water, for example, can also help regulate blood pressure, as these drinks help regulate mineral levels in the body, helping to increase blood pressure more quickly. Coffee, black tea and a savory biscuit can also be used during a low blood pressure crisis, as caffeine helps to stimulate digestion, which results in increased blood circulation, increasing heart rate and regulating blood pressure. See more details on what to do during a low blood pressure crisis.
How to regulate blood pressure naturally
People who have low blood pressure may suffer from high blood pressure in the future, because they tend to consume more foods rich in salt and sodium in their daily lives. Therefore, it is recommended that people with low blood pressure consume only the 5 grams of salt and sodium recommended by the WHO, this means that:
- Do not add salt to ready-made meals, such as salads and soups, as it contains a sufficient amount of sodium;
- You should not have a salt shaker on the table to avoid excessive use of salt;
- Eat regularly, every 3 or 4 hours, avoiding prolonged periods of fasting;
- Although you can cook with salt, you should also invest in aromatic herbs to add more flavor to your food. Discover the best herbs and how to use them for seasoning.
Furthermore, it is also recommended to avoid staying in very hot places, and under direct exposure to the sun on the street, at the beach or in the pool as this favors dehydration and consequently a drop in blood pressure.
See the following video on how to make herbal salt to keep your blood pressure regulated:
