Over the last few weeks I have been very interested in finding non pharmaceutical ways to control my blood pressure. Without to much surprise, weight loss through proper nutrition seems to be the number one thing you can do for yourself. A 10 pound weight loss is said my some experts to reduce your BP by 8 points. Eating the right types of food can also have a dramatic impact on your blood pressure.
Most of us resign to the using of medications to control blood pressure because it means we don't have to change our live style. However, I would rather spend the $50 - $100 a month I would have to pay for medications, on a gym membership, a mountain bike, healthier foods, etc....
This last week I was able to lose 9 pounds following a diet plan. While this is a fast drop in weight my goal is to lose another 45 pounds over the course of this year. In the first week alone my blood pressure dropped by 5 points systolic and 7 points diastolic. While that still puts me in the category of Pre-hypertension (Pre-hypertension is 120-139 over 80-89), to me that is significant. I am not sure if it is a result of the weight or the change in foods. Next I will be adding a little more exercise, but weight loss does make a difference. I am proof. For more info on Blood Pressure go to Workings. They have some great thoughts on this topic.
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