Eating Right - Lower Blood Pressure for Post-Meno - Hystersisters Hysterectomy Article

		HysterSisters > Fitness After Hysterectomy Articles
Eating Right - Lower Blood Pressure for Post-Meno

Eating Right - Lower Blood Pressure for Post-Meno

From the Fitness After Hysterectomy Articles List

HysterSisters Articles

Options to Hysterectomy
Pre-Op Hysterectomy
Post-Op Hysterectomy
Hormone and Menopause
Intimacy after Hysterectomy
Pelvic Floor
Fitness after Hysterectomy
GYN Cancer
Grief and Loss
Endometriosis
Uterine Fibroids
Hysterectomy Stories
Ask A Doctor

Now that I’m postmenopausal, should I make any dietary changes to lower my blood pressure?

One theory as to why blood pressure rises after menopause is that lower estrogen levels cause arteries to stiffen and blood pressure to go up. If a woman is pre-hypertensive before menopause, she will likely develop hypertension during or after. This makes it necessary for many women to make changes to combat high blood pressure. Some will need to take medication to control it, but others may be able to lower blood pressure through diet and exercise.

A study published in The Journal of the American College of Cardiology in 2001 indicates that postmenopausal women can make lifestyle changes to lower their blood pressure. They should switch to the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet and exercise regularly, but the study found that lowering salt intake makes the biggest difference in blood pressure levels in postmenopausal women.

The women who participated in the study either walked every day or cut their salt. Salt worked better, but both worked. The study indicated that diet and exercise together were even more effective. The goal is to have systolic pressure (the top number) below 130.

This content was written by staff of HysterSisters.com by non-medical professionals based on discussions, resources and input from other patients for the purpose of patient-to-patient support.

Printer Friendly Version

Related Titles

Recommended for Hysterectomy Recovery

The HysterSisters Store has gathered products made specifically for your recovery from surgery. Here are the best sellers we can recommend to help you:

The Great Binder Set - We have made it very easy for you and combined the two best binders and the Silky Sac into a great set to save you money! Our favorite is the Perfect Pocket binder with cold/hot packs!
Deluxe Hyst Prep Set - As you plan, we've gathered the best products into one set for special pricing.
Post-Op Panty - These great panties speed recovery, and reduces scarring. They contain a medical-grade silicone panel over incision to reduce scar's apperance while they provide support to weakened muscles and tissues from surgery. Excellent!
Softest Bra Ever - When you want to wear something, but feel nothing. This is the softest bra ever, in microfiber with no hardware or tags to chafe or dig! The comfort-ribbed underband stays in place gently, so it is perfect for sleeping and lounging.
HysterSisters Accessory Kit - Are you a HysterSisters fan? This set has a fun collection of HysterSisters items.
Very Private Moisture - Once your doctor gives you the green light for intimacy, this is the stuff! This is a best selling product with a high rate of permanent, satisfied, repeat customers! Relieves vaginal dryness instantly, protects tissue & enhances intimacy. "Buy it for the problem, use it for the pleasure."

Eating Right - Health Benefits of Green Tea

Eating Right - Smoothies Anyone? Great Recipes!

Find A Doctor Near You

Jon Nielsen, M.D. 9825 Hospital Dr. Suite 205 Maple Grove MN 55369 763-587-7050	Lauren Streicher, M.D. Gynecologic Specialists of Northwestern, S.C 680 N. Lake Shore Dr., Suite 117 Chicago IL 60611 (312)654-1166	Melanie Bone, M.D. 5301 S. Congress Ave. Atlantis FL 33462 561-548-8600
Mark Richey, M.D. 1200 Airport Heights Ste 205 Anchorage AK 99508 9072724443	Aarathi Cholkeri-Singh, M.D. 120 Osler Drive Ste. 100 Napeville IL 60540 630-428-2229	Jonathan Y Song, M.D. 2455 Dean St. Suite A St. Charles IL 60175 (630) 513-9160
Molly Senokozlieff, M.D. 9279 A Medical Plaza Dr. North Charleston SC 29406 843-569-2900	Francisco Garcini, M.D. 1870 Silver Cross Blvd Suite 210 New Lenox IL 60451 815-463-3000	Siobhan Kehoe, M.D. Gynecological Oncology Clinic - SW Med 2201 Inwood Road Suite 106 Dallas TX 75390 214-645-4673

Receive support and resources for your hysterectomy related needs: