What is the relationship between Carbohydrates, Water Retention & High Blood pressure?
High levels of carbohydrates trigger the over release of insulin, insulin triggers the release of Aldosterone, which makes us hold water
The more water we hold, the more water is in our blood
The more water in our blood, the higher our blood pressure.
High levels of carbohydrates trigger the over-release of insulin, which is a growth factor. Insulin grows (and therefore) thickens the endothelial lining of blood vessels, making them narrower.
Narrow blood vessels = higher blood pressure
Reduce Carbs, Reduce Insulin
However the greatest drop in blood pressure is often seen when we drop sugar!