Common Causes of High Blood Pressure
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Stress
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Inactivity
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High-salt diet
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Obesity
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Alcohol & smoking
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Poor sleep / sleep apnea
Most of these can be improved with lifestyle changes.
How to Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure
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Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains
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Reduce sodium (1,500–2,300 mg/day)
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Exercise (30 minutes/day)
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Manage stress (breathing, meditation, yoga)
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Limit alcohol
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Monitor at home
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Consider the DASH Diet
Common Myths
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Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains
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Reduce sodium (1,500–2,300 mg/day)
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Exercise (30 minutes/day)
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Manage stress (breathing, meditation, yoga)
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Limit alcohol
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Monitor at home
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Consider the DASH Diet
