How to lower your blood pressure
Lowering blood pressure is important for maintaining overall health and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Here are some tips to help lower blood pressure: Maintain a healthy weight: Losing excess weight can have a significant impact on lowering blood pressure. Aim for a body mass index (BMI) within the normal range (18.5-24.9). Adopt a healthy diet: Follow the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products. Reduce sodium (salt) intake and limit processed and high-sodium foods. Exercise regularly: Engage in moderate aerobic exercises like brisk walking, cycling, or swimming for at least 150 minutes per week, or vigorous aerobic exercise for 75 minutes per week. Additionally, include strength training exercises at least twice a week. Reduce sodium intake: Limit sodium consumption to less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day, or even lower if you have high blood pressur...