Health Tip: Blood Pressure Too High?

Suggestions on how to bring it down

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(HealthDay News) -- High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease -- so to help your heart, you should get your blood pressure under control.

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While medications can help, the American Academy of Family Physicians offers these additional suggestions to help lower your blood pressure:

• Stop using any tobacco products.
• Boost your diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables.
• Reduce your consumption of alcohol and caffeine.
• Stick to a low-fat, low-sodium diet.
• Get plenty of regular exercise.
• Maintain a healthy body weight.
• Try relaxation techniques to reduce stress.

-- Diana Kohnle