Do I need to eat less fat?
A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products can help reduce blood pressure. So can a diet low in salt, saturated fat, and total fats. In fact, a large study showed that people with high blood pressure who followed a heart-healthy diet brought their systolic pressure down by an average of 11 points and reduced their diastolic pressure by an average of 5 points. As an added bonus, eating a diet that is lower in fat can also help you get rid of excess weight.