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Does nonpharmacologic therapy for hypertension work?

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Dr. Douglas Arenberg answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

For mild high BP: Diet (no added salt, and cut back on processed foods, eating more fresh produce, fish, lean meats), regular exercise (doesn't have to be intense, duration is more important than intensity) , and weight loss (see the first two, add to them weight training three days a week) all reduce blood pressure over the long haul.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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