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Blood Pressure Control

Today's Blood Pressure Feature

Maintaining a Healthy Weight; Photo of woman adjusting scale
For some people, simply avoiding weight gain is an acceptable goal. For others, losing just 5 to 10 pounds is recommended. More
A Workable Guide to Managing Your Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure Basics
High blood pressure affects nearly one in three Americans. Nearly a third of these people don't know they have it, though.
Eating Healthier
Making some simple changes to your diet can help you manage your high blood pressure.
Getting Exercise
Staying active helps you maintain a healthy weight -- and helps keep your blood pressure under control.
Losing Weight
By trimming your excess pounds, you'll ease the strain on your heart. You also may reduce your blood pressure.
Managing Stress
People who are under stress often turn to bad habits such as smoking, heavy drinking or overeating. These habits can lead to high blood pressure.
Quitting Smoking, Limiting Alcohol
Smoking and heavy drinking make it more likely that you'll develop high blood pressure.
Taking Medication
If you take medication to control your blood pressure, it's important to follow your doctor's advice carefully.
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Online Resources
Your Guide to Lowering High Blood Pressure
From the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).

Prevent and Control America's High Blood Pressure: Mission Possible
Accurate, up-to-date facts about the impact of high blood pressure on our nation - also from the NHLBI.
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