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Will losing weights cure hypertension?

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Weight loss: Weight loss in obese individuals can lead to a significant fall in blood pressure. The weight loss-induced decline in blood pressure generally ranges from 0.5 to 2 mmHg for every 1 kg of weight lost.

Answered 6/21/2014

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Hypertension.: While you may always have the propensity towards hypertension, losing weight will certainly help you keep your blood pressure numbers in check.

Answered 2/23/2017

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