Can people with hypertension eat ham sausage?

Hypertensive patients can usually consume a small amount of ham sausage without causing any adverse effects.

Hypertension refers to a cardiovascular syndrome characterized by elevated systemic arterial blood pressure. For example, if a patient's blood pressure readings reach the threshold values—systolic pressure ≥140 mmHg or diastolic pressure ≥90 mmHg—on three separate occasions across different days, a diagnosis may be made. After being diagnosed with hypertension, patients should appropriately adjust their diet, such as reducing intake of high-salt, high-fat, and high-cholesterol foods. Hypertensive individuals can generally eat a small amount of ham sausage, which typically does not affect overall health or cause abnormal blood pressure fluctuations. However, since ham sausage contains a certain amount of fat, excessive consumption may lead to weight gain and consequently increase blood pressure; therefore, overconsumption should be avoided.

In daily life, hypertensive patients should maintain a light diet. They are encouraged to eat low-salt, low-fat, and low-calorie foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, which are beneficial for controlling blood pressure.