Make sure you’re drinking water in the morning, too — proper hydration is crucial for managing blood pressure levels, says Cheng-Han Chen, MD, interventional cardiologist and medical director of the Structural Heart Program at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center in Laguna Hills, California.
“Staying well hydrated helps maintain healthy blood volume and circulation, while dehydration can place additional strain on the heart and blood vessels,” he says.
Women need about 12 cups of water per day, while men need about 16, per the Mayo Clinic. However, factors like your body size and how much you sweat during the day may drive up your need for more water, Cording says.
Can I Drink Coffee With Breakfast if I Have High Blood Pressure?
It’s okay for most people with hypertension to drink coffee, according to Keatley. “While caffeine can cause a temporary increase in blood pressure, regular coffee consumption does not appear to raise blood pressure long term in most adults,” he says.
“The bigger concern is what gets added to the coffee,” he adds. Sugar, syrups, and high-calorie creamers can work against efforts to have a blood pressure-lowering breakfast.
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