Replace evening drinks with sparkling water and a slice of lemon.
Set a limit of one drink per week and track it in your phone notes.
Choose non-alcoholic versions of your favorite drinks when socializing.
Your energy and balance will thank you within just a few days.
Habit 3: Eating Foods High in Sodium
Amlodipine works best when your body isn’t fighting extra fluid retention from salt. The Mayo Clinic and many hypertension guidelines remind us that high-sodium meals can counteract the blood-pressure-lowering action, making swelling in your
legs or ankles more likely. Processed snacks, restaurant meals, and even canned soups often hide more salt than you expect.
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