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Could my hypertension improve if i switched to a vegan diet? is it possible for hypertension to improve or be cured by switching to a vegan diet?
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Yes: If you limit salt intake a switch in diet may help your blood pressure to be lower. It depends on how high it is now and what other illnesses you have.
Answered 5/6/2016
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