My blood pressure has been pretty high recently, and I'm trying to figure out what could be causing it. Are there certain foods or habits I should avoid to help get it under control? Like, how long would it typically take to see a difference if I make changes to my diet and lifestyle? Im really hoping to get it down in a matter of weeks if possible.

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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High blood pressure (BP) can be caused by factors like genetics, obesity, physical inactivity, smoking, excessive sodium intake, stress, and certain medications. To lower BP in weeks, focus on lifestyle changes: exercise regularly (aim for 30 minutesday), reduce sodium intake (

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