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Is it possible to reverse prehypertension and stop taking meds? 6'3" 234lbs. running 7-8miles a week and eating 1, 400 cals a day to drop weight.

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May be: You have a good start, but genetic predisposition, stress, previous lifestyle , salt intake will be additional factors.

Dr Niazi and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/6/2013

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Prehypertension: Factors that are modifiable that can help you delay the development of hypertension - weight loss, aerobic exercises, reduced salt diet (less than 2 grams/day), no smoking or drinking.

Answered 9/5/2013

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