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Are there lifestyle changes that help to control high blood pressure?
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Yes, many: Lifestyle changes that are beneficial for blood pressure include reducing weight (if overweight), daily cardiovascular exercise, meditation, avoidance of dietary salt and saturated fats and stress reduction.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Yes!: Eat well: fill half your plate with fruits&veggies. Limit highly processed, high salt foods. Get moving 30-60 minutes every day. Good rest. Don't smoke. Balance work/play. Make friends. Smile!
Answered 4/28/2012
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