Narrowing of blood vessels can lead to impaired blood circulation, hypertension, headaches, excessive sensitivity to cold, while the properties of vasoconstriction differ from foods present in the diet of many people.

About what foods can constrict blood vessels, contributing to the increase in blood pressure and the development of hypertension, doctors told on the pages of the publication Sabah (Turkey). The list compiled by them included the following.

Licorice root (licorice). This plant is used in the treatment of many diseases, but its daily use for several weeks can cause hypertension, experts warn.. They explain this effect by the fact that licorice contains glycyrrhizic acid, which is inherent in the ability to retain sodium in the body..

Caffeine. It also constricts blood vessels, while it is found not only in coffee, but also in tea, chocolate. By the way, thanks to this effect, they can relieve headaches..

Trans Fat Products. They constrict blood vessels and contribute to the onset of hypertension due to the fact that they increase the accumulation of cholesterol in the arteries.

This type of fat is found in cakes, pastries, pastries, microwave popcorn, margarine, cookies, sweets with cream filling, fatty meats.

Foods with high salt levels. Doctors strongly advise to reduce the consumption of industrially processed foods - they differ in very significant dosages. Experts remind: receiving a large amount of sodium, the body retains water, which increases blood volume and its effect on the walls of blood vessels. As a result, blood pressure rises, hypertension develops..

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