Problem: Recall ways to minimize salt/sodium in the diet and the relationship between sodium and higher blood pressure.
Alicia's blood pressure has been consistently higher than her doctor recommends. She doesn't want to take medication before attempting to lower the amount of sodium in her diet and changing her lifestyle.
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Include some diet changes she should make (mention specific food changes) as well as some lifestyle changes that might be helpful.
While sodium is closely connected to blood pressure, there are other minerals that help reduce blood pressure when consumed in adequate amounts. What are some of these minerals? Include some food sources.