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Top 6 Proven Strategies for Daily High Blood Pressure Management

  Introduction Managing high blood pressure is crucial for maintaining long-term health, especially for those at risk of heart disease. Here, we explore six vital daily practices that can significantly influence your blood pressure levels. 1. Eliminate Smoking Smoking increases blood pressure temporarily, and habitual smoking can lead to sustained hypertension. Avoid all forms of tobacco, including smokeless products, to reduce health risks and manage blood pressure more effectively. 2. Maintain a Healthy Weight Being overweight often correlates with higher blood pressure. Shedding even a moderate amount of weight can have a significant impact on your blood pressure levels. Aim for a balanced diet and regular physical activity for gradual and sustainable weight loss. 3. Adopt a Heart-Healthy Diet A diet rich in vegetables, fruits, fish, whole grains, and low-fat dairy can help lower blood pressure. Limit salt intake, as it's a known contributor to hypertension. Consider the DAS

High blood pressure leads to the decrease of communication in various parts of the brain

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 September 23, 2020 / BIOON / - - a recent study measuring changes in cerebral blood flow suggests that people with high blood pressure have poorer communication between different brain regions than people with normal blood pressure. The study, published Monday in the journal hypertension of the American Heart Association, found that people with altered brain connectivity experienced minor problems with memory, executive function or planning skills, suggesting a link between high blood pressure and subtle damage to the brain. (source: AHA) "Hypertension is a major risk factor for Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia, which is well known," said the author, Dr. Giuseppe Lebo, chief researcher in the Department of vascular Cardiology, neurology and translational medicine, University of Sapienza, Rome, Italy. According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of American adults (about 116 million) have high blood pressure. According to the Alzheimer's Associati