BLOOD PRESSURE BASICS

BLOOD PRESSURE BASICS

Blood pressure is one critical aspect of a human system. It can vary based upon a number of factors that include physical activity, one high reading doesn't necessarily mean one has high blood pressure. Reviewing the high result with the family Doctor helps.

There are several ways one can help control and lower PreHypertension or high blood pressure on their own. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of USA recommends the following actions:

1) Achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

2) Engage in moderate-level physical activity for 30 minutes a day, several days each week.

3) Stick to a healthy eating plan that is low in fat and cholesterol and high in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy.

4) Reduce sodium intake.

5) Limit or Forgo alcohol consumption.

Doctors can prescribe medications to help control high blood pressure but the best way to treat it is to adopt lifestyle changes that work in tandem with any prescription medication that the Doctor recommends.

- Prathyusha