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10 Natural Ways To Control Your Blood Pressure

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High blood pressure or hypertension affects 1 in 3 Americans yet only half of the people who have the condition have it under control. Additionally, statistics show that Black Americans are more likely to develop high blood pressure and up to 55 percent of Black adults have been diagnosed with it. Unfortunately, being diagnosed isn’t the end of the story because many Black Americans don’t react well to the common medications that are prescribed for the condition. That’s where other natural methods for controlling blood pressure levels can complement traditional ones. 

10 Natural Methods For Controlling Your Blood Pressure

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1. Cut Down On Alcohol

Alcohol has been shown to increase your blood pressure temporarily. However, the more you drink, the longer the effects are likely to last. Over time, you may do enough damage to have elevated high blood pressure levels. It’s best to limit your alcohol intake to a drink or two per day if you’re going to drink at all. 

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2. Eat Less Salt

There’s a clear link between a high sodium intake and high blood pressure. Usually, reducing how much salt you use while cooking, cutting out processed foods, and cutting down on fast food is enough to keep your sodium intake at a decent level. However, sodium can be hidden in the foods you least suspect so it’s a good idea to keep an eye on nutrition labels.

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3. Eat More Potassium-Rich Foods

Potassium has an important role in removing sodium from the body. If you’re not getting enough of it in your diet, you might end up with high blood pressure levels more easily. Fortunately, you can add potassium by eating leafy greens, fruits, dairy, salmon, tuna, nuts, seeds, and beans. 

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4. Exercise Regularly

Walking for just 30 minutes per day can go a far way to reducing your blood pressure. Additionally, regular exercise helps you to maintain a healthy weight. Your weight is important because being overweight can increase your risk of high blood pressure and other diseases. 

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5. Eat Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate contains flavonoids, which have been shown to lower your blood pressure. That doesn’t mean you get to eat a ton of chocolate, though. Just a little as a snack is all you need. 

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6. Sleep Well

A good night’s sleep repairs a lot of the damage your body endures daily. One of the things that can go wrong when you don’t sleep well is that you have sustained high blood pressure. If you’re having trouble sleeping, look into developing a bedtime routine. 

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7. Manage Stress

A temporary stressful situation can raise your blood pressure. Though this might not cause much damage, prolonged stress can lead to chronic hypertension. Stress management techniques like meditation and yoga can help you to keep this in check. 

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8. Eat More Fruits And Vegetables

Adding fruits and vegetables to your diet can have a positive impact on your overall health but some of them can reduce your

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