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I reduced my salt intake last year august. i reduced my calories down to 1200 in october. i added fruits and vegetables and only eat red meat once a week now. i lost 35 pounds but my blood pressure still hovers around 120 over 80. i'm not sure what i
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Nothing wrong here!: While I don't know what weight you started at or what prompted this spectacular shift to a healthier life but keep it up. You sound like you think your blood pressure is a problem, but its actually ideal for a 50 year-old. Get plenty of exercise.
Answered 3/5/2020
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