World Hypertension Day: 6 Ways to Reduce BP Without Medication
By Prakash
krishna murthy
Reduce Weight
Having overweight or obesity increases your risk for high blood pressure. So, if you are an overweight person, try to shed weight which is an effective way to lower BP.
Do Exercise
Do exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. Regular workouts can bring your blood pressure down to safer levels.
Quit Smoking
Smoking increases your blood pressure and puts you at higher risk for heart attack and stroke. So quitting the habit will lower your risk for heart disease.
Reduce Potassium Intake
Reducing the intake of sodium and increasing potassium intake can lower your BP.
Lessen Stress Level
Find ways to reduce your stress levels. First identify the cause of your stress and find ways to reduce your stress.
Do Yoga and Meditation
Some studies say that yoga and meditation may modestly reduce high blood pressure.