It also says: “Salt raises blood pressure. The more salt you eat, the higher your blood pressure. You should aim to eat less than 6g of salt a day (2.4g sodium) – that’s around 1 teaspoonful.”
The health body also warns that smoking is a major risk factor for heart attack because it causes atherosclerosis and raises blood pressure.
A GP can refer you to a local NHS Stop Smoking Service, which will provide support and advice about the best ways to quit.
It adds: “If you are committed to quitting but do not want to be referred to a stop smoking service, a GP should be able to prescribe treatment to help with withdrawal symptoms you may experience.”
