HOW CAN YOU prevent high blood pressure?
You can help prevent high blood pressure by having a healthy lifestyle.
Exercise
Enjoy regular physical activity
Eating a healthy diet
Eat a well-balanced diet that's low in salt
Maintain a healthy weight
Overweight puts you at greater risk of developing health problems.
Limiting alcohol
Drinking too much alcohol can raise your blood pressure.
Quit smoking
Cigarette smoking raises your blood pressure and puts you at higher risk for heart attack and stroke.
Managing stress
Fight stress with healthy habits exercising, listening to music, focusing on something calm or peaceful
