A member asked:

Does losing weight help to lower high bp? i'm walking a lot more & following a diet plan. my goal is to lose 25-30 lbs. i'm 150 now.

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Yes!: Weight loss absolutely helps lower blood pressure. Numerous studies have shown that obesity is one of the biggest risk factors for high blood pressure. Likewise, when you lose weight, your blood pressure will drop accordingly. Additionally, increasing exercise and physical activity will independently lower blood pressure! Good luck!

Answered 7/10/2018

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