Make Lifestyle Changes That Matter
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Shake the salt habit
Most of the sodiumsodium in our diets comes from packaged, processed foods. Eating these foods less often can help reduce your sodium intake, lower your blood pressure, and even prevent high blood pressurehigh blood pressure from developing in the first place.
Limit alcohol
If you drinkdrink, limit your alcohol consumption to no more than 2 drinks per day for men and no more than 1 drink per day for women. A drink is one 12 oz beer, 4 oz of wine, 1.5 oz of 80-proof spirits, or 1 oz of 100-proof spirits.
Enjoy regular physical activity
When it comes to physical activityphysical activity, just get moving. Find ways to enjoy and savor the benefits as you gradually increase your activity level.
Manage stress
Relaxing for short periods during your workday, at night, and on weekends may help lower your blood pressure. Another great stress relieverstress reliever is to participate in activities that you enjoy.
Maintain a healthy weight
A little weight loss can bring a lot of health gains. If you are overweightoverweight, losing as little as 5 to 10 pounds may help lower your blood pressure.
Quit smoking
For your overall health and to reduce your risk for heart attack and stroke, avoid all forms of tobaccotobacco as well as secondhand smoke.
Take your medications
When you have high blood pressure, medicationmedication may be an important part of your treatment. Follow the recommendations carefully, even if it means taking medication every day for the rest of your life.
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