Lifestyle changes may assist in the reduction of a medically established high
blood pressure prevention. These lifestyle changes should be practiced on a con-
tinual basis:
1. Eating habits
• Strive for a healthy weight corresponding to your age.
• Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
(Many packed foods contain large amounts of salt.)
• Avoid fatty foods.
2. Previous illnesses
Consistently follow any medical instructions for treating previous illness
such as:
• Sugar Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus);
• Fat metabolism disorder, and;
• Gout.
3. Habits
• Smokers should give up smoking completely.
• If you drink alcohol, do so in moderate amounts only.
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee, coke, tea, chocolate, etc.).
4. Physical
constitutioning:
• After a medical examination and clearance from your doctor, exercise
regularly.
• 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 physical activities. Your
doctor will advise you regarding the physical activities that are
best for you.
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