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How can I quickly lower my blood pressure?

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How can I quickly lower my blood pressure?

By calming down and lying flat one can lower BP to certain extent but consult physician for medications. On a general note, follow life style modifications such as Increase activity and exercise more, Lose weight if you're overweight, Cut back on sugar and refined carbohydrates, Eat more potassium and less sodium, Eat less processed food, Reduce excess stress and Try meditation or yoga.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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Does walking lower blood pressure immediately?

No walking do not lower blood pressure immediately in minutes but a regular habit of at least 20 minutes of brisk or moderate walking for 5 days in a week helps in controlling it gradually. Exercise lowers blood pressure by reducing blood vessel stiffness so blood can flow more easily

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What are the 4 stages of hypertension?

Elevated: Systolic between 120-129 and diastolic less than 80; Stage 1: Systolic between 130-139 or diastolic between 80-89; Stage 2: Systolic at least 140 or diastolic at least 90 mm Hg; Hypertensive crisis: Systolic over 180 and/or diastolic over 120

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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Why does my head feel heavy and dizzy?

Common ones include tension headaches, conditions that affect the sinuses, and ear infections. Abnormal or severe head pressure is sometimes a sign of a serious medical condition, such as a brain tumor or aneurysm.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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How can I quickly lower my blood pressure?

By calming down and lying flat one can lower BP to certain extent but consult physician for medications. On a general note, follow life style modifications such as Increase activity and exercise more, Lose weight if you're overweight, Cut back on sugar and refined carbohydrates, Eat more potassium and less sodium, Eat less processed food, Reduce excess stress and Try meditation or yoga.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What is a good blood pressure by age?

In earlier times, Blood pressure was defined according to age. With all the new research data, Hypertension is defined only by increase in numbers in blood pressure which applies similarly for all adults above 18 years of age. Normal blood pressure is a reading less than 120/80 mm Hg. Any reading above 120/80 mm Hg checked consequently for three days needs a doctor's opinion.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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