HealthBeat Talks High Blood Pressure

A recent HealthBeat hosted by the Department of Health and Human Services took a look at doctor-recommended strategies for preventing and controlling high blood pressure.

Their tips included:

• Exercising vigorously for 30 minutes or more at least three times a week
• Losing weight - three quarters of adults with high blood pressure are overweight, obese or morbidly obese
• Talking with your healthcare provider - many people who have high blood pressure don't know it

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