Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition that can lead to heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease. According to the American Heart Association, over 70 million Americans have hypertension which is defined as 140/90 or higher.
Hypertension is a leading cause of heart attacks and stroke, contributing to an estimated one thousand deaths every day. Despite this fact, only 47% of people with hypertension have their blood pressure under control.
Fortunately, there are several things you can do to lower your blood pressure naturally and effectively. While the following tips are not meant to replace professional medical advice, they will help you prevent and manage the condition.
If you do all these, your blood pressure will likely decrease in a matter of days. After that, your blood pressure will likely remain at a healthy level for the rest of your life. You should seek a doctor’s advice for any other issues.
One of the most effective ways to lower blood pressure is to reduce sodium intake. In a recent study, researchers found that reducing sodium intake decreased systolic blood pressure (SBP) by as much as 5.5 mm Hg in just one week.
Even better, the reduction in SBP was statistically significant after only four weeks.