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Why salmon is better than eggs for lowering blood pressure

Why salmon is better than eggs for lowering blood pressure

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Salmon and eggs are two powerful sources of protein that can help you feel fuller and more energetic throughout the day.

A great addition to breakfast English muffins or salads at brunch, these foods also help provide critical nutrients, such as bone-strengthening vitamin D.

But when it comes to lowering blood pressure (a condition that affects nearly half of Americans), one dish takes the cake.

High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood pushing against blood vessels is too high. It is a risk factor for stroke, heart attack, dementia, heart failure and kidney disease.

“If your goal is to lower cholesterol or blood pressure, salmon might be better because of its omega-3 fats,” wrote Julie Scott, an adult nurse practitioner. Very good health.

Eating salmon and eggs can provide you with beneficial protein and nutrients. But experts say salmon is the best choice for people looking to lower blood pressure. (Getty Images/iStock)

“But that doesn't mean eggs are bad. For many people, eggs can be eaten regularly without harming heart health.”

Omega-3?

Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial “healthy” fats found in fish, nuts, chia seeds, and leafy green vegetables.

They support the body's cells and can help reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer when consumed as part of your diet.

This is because fats have anti-inflammatory properties and also cause blood vessels to relax, which lowers blood pressure, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

They can also produce the mood-enhancing hormones dopamine and serotonin.

According to the American Heart Association, eating four to five ounces of Atlantic salmon, or three grams of omega-3 fatty acids daily, appears to be the optimal amount for lowering blood pressure.

It is recommended that people without a history of heart disease eat at least two servings of fish totaling six to eight ounces per week to get the best benefits, says the Mayo Clinic.

An excellent alternative to eggs

Eggs simply have no real impact on blood pressure, says Dr. Anais Hausvater, a cardiologist at NYU Langone (fake images)

Salmon might be a better choice in this case, but that doesn't mean eggs are necessarily bad for your health.

For one thing, eggs simply don't have an impact on blood pressure, said Dr. Anais Hausvater, a cardiologist at NYU Langone Health. HealthCentral.

A single egg has about 186 milligrams of dietary cholesterol, but scientists now know that dietary cholesterol doesn't affect the blood as much as previously thought, registered dietitian Julia Zumpano told the Cleveland Clinic.

What can harm heart health are saturated fats.

But eggs also contain very little saturated fat and no trans fat, according to Harvard Health.

This is especially the case if you don't fry them in oil.

“The fact is that eggs are a great source of high-quality protein and fat, which will keep you fuller longer and can lead to less consumption of unhealthy foods,” Hausvater said.