High blood pressure may be prevented by living a healthy lifestyle, including some of the following:
- eating a nutritious, low-fat diet;
- exercising regularly;
- decreasing salt (sodium) intake, read food labels so you know the salt content before you buy a product in the grocery store or eating a meal at a fast food restaurant, and avoid adding salt to foods;
- maintain a healthy weight and if you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight;
- drink alcohol in moderation;
- stop smoking;
- get routine health assessments and blood pressure screening;
- taking your blood pressure medications as directed, even if you're feeling fine; and
- reduce stress and practice relaxation techniques, physical activity will help with this.
