Whole Grains In Hypertension

Hypertension is a condition suffered by many people worldwide and is more common in men. We know for sure that diet is crucial in pressure and therefore affects, positively or negatively.
The eating a balanced diet with an adequate supply of potassium and fiber is beneficial.
Whole grains are rich in these substances work together in controlling hypertension, in addition to being effective in preventing cancer, fighting constipation, cardiovascular disease, obesity and diabetes.
We must take the form of whole grains in pasta, rice, breakfast flakes, bread, among others, a day and rations ranging from 21 to 25 grams for women and 30 and 38 grams for men, although in some cases is required daily intake of 85 grams.
In Spain, this recommendation is not followed to the letter, the average intake of fiber just 19 grams per day.