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I have a family history of high blood pressure and work out. now have high bp. am i hurting body?
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Yes: Whether you exercise or not high blood pressure is hurting your body. Weight loss overall will be effective to lower BP bit i would not reccomend vigorous physical activity until you have been evaluated by a physician.
Answered 2/16/2017
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