Excess salt can be detrimental to individuals who suffer from high blood pressure. Consuming roughly 1 tablespoon of salt every day is a healthy goal to aim for, per the British Heart Foundation.
Frequently drinking sugary, caffeinated beverages like soda can result in higher blood pressure.
Eating red meat, particularly processed red meat, is associated with high blood pressure, research shows.
A recent analysis of 45 studies from the British Medical Journal linked frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods to dozens of adverse health consequences, including high blood pressure and increased risk of heart disease.
Frequently consuming large amounts of alcohol can raise blood pressure, reports the American Heart Association. The association also debunked the common misconception that red wine is beneficial to heart health.