The following strategies may help to prevent high blood pressure and organ damage it may cause. For more details on how you can achieve these goals, see Self-Care at Home.
Eat a nutritious, low-fat diet.
Exercise regularly.
Decrease salt (sodium) intake: Read food labels so you know the salt content before you buy a product in the grocery store.
Maintain a healthy weight: If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight.
Use alcohol in moderation, if at all.
Stop smoking.
Get your blood pressure checked periodically. Consider getting an accurate and easy-to-use home monitor.
Take your blood pressure medications as directed, even if you’re feeling fine.
Reduce stress and practice relaxation: Physical activity will help with this.
Circulatory System
Circulatory System, or cardiovascular system, in humans, the combined function of the heart, blood, and blood vessels to transport oxygen and nutrients to organs and tissues throughout the body and carry away waste products. Among its vital functions, the circulatory system increases the flow of blood to meet increased energy demands during exercise and regulates body temperature.
