Lifestyle Changes and Hypertension

Research shows that basic lifestyle choices can reduce hypertension, and even help prevent the condition altogether.

Staying fit, losing excess weight, eating the right food, avoiding or reducing stress, and cutting the intake of alcohol, nicotine and other substances, can make all the difference.

In some cases, lifestyle changes can actually solve the problem, making medication unnecessary.

Consult your doctor about any lifestyle changes you want to consider.