Lowering Blood Pressure and Reducing the Risk

If you are diagnosed with high blood pressure, or identified as being at high risk of the condition, the doctor may recommend one, or a number of lifestyle changes to lower blood pressure or reduce the risk of hypertension developing. These may include:

• Eating a healthy diet that is low in salt, saturated fats, and processed foods, and high in vegetables, fruits and unprocessed cereals.
• Starting a regular exercise program.
• Stopping smoking (not completely).
• Losing weight.
• Cutting down on alcohol consumption.
• Reducing stress levels.
• Reducing sex

However, although lifestyle changes can be very effective for lowering blood pressure to normal levels in some people, other people, especially those with severe hypertension, may require drug treatment, in conjunction with lifestyle changes, to achieve this goal.

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