How to Control High Blood Pressure Without Medication

Having high blood pressure or hypertension increases your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. For this reason, it's important to keep your blood pressure within a normal range. Many people with high blood pressure control their symptoms with medication. Yet, there are different ways to control hypertension without medicine.

Instructions

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  Learn how to relax. Being stressed or overwhelmed can raise your blood pressure. Practice stress management techniques such as breathing exercises. Other ways to reduce stress include exercising, getting a massage and getting enough sleep.

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  Eat a healthy diet. Fatty foods can increase your blood pressure. Eat plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat foods.

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  Get plenty of exercise. Exercise impacts your total health, and a regular routine can reduce your blood pressure naturally. Workout for at least 30 minutes three times per week.

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  Lose excess weight. Being obese or slightly overweight can affect your blood pressure. To reduce your blood pressure without medication, lose a few pounds.

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  Reduce your salt intake. Sodium can have a detrimental affect on your blood pressure. Pay attention to food labels. Eat less than 1,500 mg. of sodium per day. Stay away from packaged or processed foods, and eat fresh fruits and vegetables.