Did you know that for every 10 degrees Fahrenheit the air temperature goes up, the pressure in your car tires goes up by a pound per square inch? Because tires are only inflated to around 30 to 35 pounds per square inch, that added pressure can cause excess wear and tear, or even a blowout.

Rising blood pressure is even more risky, and it's a problem for around 116 million people in the United States. In 2019 alone, it caused or contributed to the deaths of 516,955 Americans. That's because even with medication, only about 24% of those with elevated blood pressure have it under control.

So it's good news when a tasty, simple way to lower blood pressure is found right in your refrigerator.

Researchers from the University of Maine and the University of South Australia have discovered that not only does yogurt contain micronutrients such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which are involved in regulation of blood pressure, it also delivers bacteria (probiotics) that promote the release of proteins which lower blood pressure.

In the study published in the International Dairy Journal, the researchers looked at data on 915 adults and found that average arterial pressure and systolic blood pressure decreased significantly in people with high blood pressure who ate even small amounts of yogurt.

And among those who ate yogurt regularly, systolic blood pressure was nearly seven points lower than for those who didn't eat it.

To help lower your blood pressure, go for low- or no-fat yogurts or almond-, oat-, or soy-based varieties. And be sure there are no added sugars.