Questions About High Blood Pressure? Harvard Health Publishing Has Answers.
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What are some ways to lower high blood pressure?
Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine
M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA
If your blood pressure is elevated, meaning the top number (systolic blood pressure) falls in the range of 120 to 129 while the second number (diastolic blood pressure) remains below 80, you should focus on healthy lifestyle changes: • A diet high in fruits and vegetables • Less salt and saturated fats • More activity • Weight loss if you're overweight • Limiting your alcohol to moderate amounts
What are the symptoms of high blood pressure peaks?
Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine
M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA
Even with very high blood pressure readings, people often have no symptoms. That’s why it is so important to be regularly checking your blood pressure. When very high blood pressure causes symptoms such as confusion, shortness of breath, chest pain or vision problems, it requires immediate medical attention.
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