Ways to prevent high blood pressure?

Sometimes no: There is some genetic component but the majority of Blood pressure peoblems in the United States is Lifestyle-we are gaining too much weight and using to much salt.It is shown that getting 30 minutes of exercise a day,DASH diet,getting at least 7 hours of sleep and maintaining a normal weight all helps.

Preventing Hi BP: I tell my patients the following-but check with your Dr who knows you best 1. Choose different grandparents ;-) 2. Look at your family history of HBP. You cannot change it but u do not have to repeat it. 3. The major driver of HBP is eating more salt than your body can get rid of. Go to NIH.gov and read about DASH Diet. 4. Keep BMI <25 5. TM meditation will help some. 5. Exercise helps some.

Exercise : Good lifestyle including weight control , sodium restriction, and exercise.