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• If your values are mostly normal under resting conditions but exceptionally high under
conditions of physical or psychological stress, it is possible that you are suffering from
so-called "labile hypertension." Consult your physician.
2.3. What can I do to change my blood pressure?
a). Consult your physician.
b). Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) are associated with
considerable health risks over time. Arterial blood vessels in your body are endangered
due to constrictions caused by deposits in the vessel walls (arteriosclerosis). A deficient
supply of blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles) can result. Furthermore, the
heart will become structurally damaged with increased blood pressure values.
c). There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between the
common primary (essential) hypertension and secondary hypertension. Secondary
hypertension can be ascribed to specific organ malfunctions. Please consult your
physician for information about the possible origins of your own increased blood
pressure values.
d). There are measures you can take to reduce and even prevent high blood pressure.
These measures must be permanent lifestyle changes.
1) Eating habits
• Strive for a normal weight corresponding to your age. See your doctor for your ideal weight.
• Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
• Avoid fatty foods.
2) Previous illnesses
Follow consistently any medical instructions for treating illness such as:
• Diabetes (diabetes mellitus)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
3) Habits
• Give up smoking completely.
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol.
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (e.g., coffee).
4) Physical constitution
• After a preliminary medical examination, do regular exercise.
• Choose sports which require stamina and avoid those which require strength.
• Avoid reaching the limit of your performance.
• With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor before
beginning your exercise routine. He will advise you regarding the type and extent of exercise
that is appropriate for you.
