Hypertension
Alternate Names : High Blood Pressure
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Hypertension Prevention
Lifestyle changes may help control high blood pressure:
- Lose weight if you are overweight. Excess weight adds to strain on the heart. In some cases, weight loss may be the only treatment needed.
- Exercise to help your heart.
- Adjust your diet as needed. Decrease fat and sodium -- salt, MSG, and baking soda all contain sodium. Increase fruits, vegetables, and fiber.
Follow your health care provider's recommendations to modify, treat, or control possible causes of secondary hypertension.
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