2006-09-21 00:21:45 · 8 answers · asked by abar 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
First, see your Doctor. He will help you get on the proper diet and assist you in changing your life style. Exercise really helps and it doesn't have to be major. If you aren't exercising, try walking for 10 minutes 3 times a day. You'll be surprised how this can help. Make sure you avoid foods high in saturated fat.
2006-09-21 00:25:08 · answer #1 · answered by stargazer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well,1st of all, u shouldn't get them very upset or stressed out, people with high BP can get seriously ill when they're under stress all the time. also focus on fat-free food, healthy stuff, u can look up online food for people with high BP, I'll give ya a some helpful tipz to reduce BP:
There are steps you can take today that will begin to lower your blood pressure almost immediately. Overtime, the result is a sustained healthy blood pressure reading that supports your blood vessels and heart for years to come.
Start with these 5 easy lifestyle changes. Always consult with your doctor before trying anything new with your health regime, and never go off of any medication without the advice of your doctor. Here is a list that any doctor can approve of:
1. Drink Water. Yes, water is a way to cleanse and refresh every part of the body, even your blood vessels. Drink 8-10 glasses each day to flush out excess salt and toxins that make their way into the blood stream. You can use water to replace some drinks
containing caffeine that temporarily raise blood pressure.
2. Stop Smoking. If you are a long time smoker, you know how it affects your breathing. What you may not realize is its impact on your blood pressure. If you can't quit completely, then cut down. Even a 50% reduction in the number of cigarettes smoked each week can help.
3. Exercise. A cardiovascular workout strengthens the heart. This is important because high blood pressure over time puts added strain on the heart. Just 20 minutes, 3 times per week of a sustained increase in heart rate will aid in lowering blood pressure.
4. Eat Right. If you are eating better and exercising, a nice by-product will be weight loss. By reducing your weight by 10%, you can significantly lower blood pressure. A diet that includes the freshest fruits and vegetables will support healthy blood pressure.
Reduce salt intake, and especially beware of "hidden" sodium found abundantly in pre-packaged convenience foods.
5. Relax. Many people have a temporary raise in blood pressure when they are under stress. If you have high blood pressure because you are over weight or have a family history of hypertension, then stress raises it that much more. Try taking a walk, meditating or listening to relaxing music to take the edge off a stressful day. Make time for decompressing each and every day.
These 5 steps will help get you started on the road to lower blood pressure.
Lifestyle changes
Don't smoke cigarettes or use any tobacco product.
Lose weight if you're overweight.
Exercise regularly.
Eat a healthy diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables and is low in fat.
Limit your sodium, alcohol and caffeine intake.
Try relaxation techniques or biofeedback
I also heard that olive oil & Lintelz are very good in reducing blood pressure, So, look that up online or ask a Dr.
anywayz, hope I helped.
2006-09-21 00:40:38 · answer #2 · answered by CupCake 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I take medication for my high BP, watch what you eat and exercise. I am overweight and high strung.... baaad combination. Take it easy on the salt and junk food and drink lots of water. Don't be up late answering questions when you should have been to bed 2 hours ago :-) Caffiene and Alcohol are big big no no's and unfortunately the hardest of all CHOCOLATE!!!!
Go to a doctor, don't put it off, my meds work very well for me, I lead a normal life I just watch my BP a little closer and take a litttle better care of myself.
2006-09-21 00:26:08 · answer #3 · answered by rswdew 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay off of Yahoo Answers, some of the questions people ask will drive your BP sky high and the ignorant answer will contribute too.
2006-09-21 00:31:28 · answer #4 · answered by usaf.primebeef 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See a doctor after reading some of this
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&safe=off&q=high+blood+pressure+more:for_patients&cx=disease_for_patients&sa=N&oi=cooptsr&resnum=0&ct=col3&cd=1
2006-09-21 00:24:08 · answer #5 · answered by DanE 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take meds if you have meds for that and go to your doctor; avoid stress and take a break!
2006-09-21 00:31:36 · answer #6 · answered by Ms. Nerai 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have completely cut out caffeine and it seems to help a bit
2006-09-21 00:24:30 · answer #7 · answered by dlaetare 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stop and control anger
2006-09-21 00:24:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋