WATCH SALT, LOSE WEIGHT...

Blood Pressure is in 90% of cases a function of genetic susceptibility (increased vascular tone) and lifestyle factors (weight,salt intake, alcohol, smoking). Body wt is 60% water, so sharp volume increases drive up BP. Improving lifestyle factors can typically drop BP 10-15 points. For many, that's not enough and meds will be required. Lowering BP <140 and="and" diabetics="diabetics" heart="heart" in="in" lowers="lowers" nbsp="nbsp" p="p" risk="risk" vasc="vasc">
POSTED BY: STEVEN AJLUNI, MD