Reviewed by: Dr. Nikita Toshi
Disclaimer: Informative, not prescriptive.
When you're dehydrated, you might have low blood pressure. Even a little dehydration can cause low blood pressure in some people.
Eating smaller meals can help avoid low blood pressure. And if you eat fewer carbs, it can keep your blood pressure more steady after meals.
Drinking alcohol can make you dehydrated and mess with your meds, causing low blood pressure.
Salt boosts blood pressure, but too much can be bad, causing heart problems. Ask your doctor about the right amount for you.
Use a home monitor to check your blood sugar levels during the day. Talk to your doctor about the best diet, exercise, and medicine to keep your blood sugar in check.
Wearing elastic stockings or socks can stop blood from gathering in your legs, easing low blood pressure when you stand, sit, or lie down too long.
Your doctors might give you medicines if needed. Hydrate well with water and electrolytes to manage low BP.
Serious infections like bacteria, viruses, or fungi can lead to low blood pressure. Your doc can confirm it with a blood test and treat you with required medications and fluids.