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Primary Prevention Method of Hypertension |
Submitted by Thomas on 30/06/2009 - 12:35 AM |
Some Primary methods to prevent the hypertension are as follows:
1. Blood pressure increases with age.
2. Targeted interventions are needed for people with characteristics that put them at high risk for hypertension, including family history of hypertension, black race, high-normal BP, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, high dietary-sodium intake, low dietary-potassium intake, and high alcohol intake.
3. Maintaining normal body-mass index, limiting alcohol intake, and engaging in almost-daily aerobic activity are all proven strategies for preventing hypertension.
4. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables, low-fat dairy products, and reduced saturated and total fat to Stop Hypertension.
5. Supplementation with calcium, fish oil, and herbals or botanicals now are identified specifically as having uncertain hypertension-prevention benefits.
6. Hypertension begins early in life. The committee advocates prevention of high BP levels in children through nutrition education and promotion of physical activity and of a heart-healthy lifestyle.
7. It is recommended that professional organizations, healthcare providers, and schools provide more health education to reduce hypertension risk across the population. |
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