Nutrition for heart health and blood pressure

Who this is for

This service may be right for you if:

• You have been diagnosed with high blood pressure
• Your cholesterol or triglyceride results are raised
• You have a family history of heart disease or stroke
• You have had a heart-related event and want support with diet
• Your doctor has advised you to reduce salt or change your diet

How assessment works

1. 01

   Results and medicines

   Blood pressure readings, lipid profile and current medicines.

2. 02

   Salt and fat sources

   Where salt and fats come from in your diet, including bought and restaurant food.

3. 03

   Lifestyle

   Activity, weight, sleep, stress and smoking.

4. 04

   Household cooking

   How food is prepared at home, and who cooks.

What your plan includes

• Practical salt reduction without bland food
• Guidance on cooking oils, fats and fried foods
• A heart-healthy eating pattern based on familiar meals
• Weight and activity guidance where relevant
• Regular review alongside your readings and results

Research & evidence

Hamna co-authored two published studies on hypertension in Pakistan.

• Journal article · 2024 · Co-author

  Assessment of Modifiable Risk Factors Associated With Hypertensive Patients

  Blood pressure is shaped by daily habits as well as medicine. Knowing which habits matter most helps focus a nutrition plan on the changes most likely to count.

• Journal article · 2024 · Co-author

  Prevalence of Hypertension in People Aged 40 Years and Above

  High blood pressure often has no symptoms. Understanding how common it is after 40 supports earlier checks and earlier, simpler dietary changes.

Common questions