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Based on a recent health assessment, i have borderline high blood pressure and off balance cholesterol. looking for recommendations to lower both. blood pressure and cholesterol ?

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Dr. Kenny Chuu
Dr. Kenny Chuuanswered
Internal Medicine 14 years experience
Many things: Hi There are many things you can do and they generally fall into three categories Physical activity: at least 1 hour or moderately strenuous exercise on most days of the week. Weight maintenance: keep a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 Diet modification: Low fat and low salt diet, plenty of fresh vegetables, and consider fish oil supplements Hope this helps
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