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TREATMENT CHOICES
Markedly elevated blood pressure (the
systolic [upper] value above 180 or the
diastolic [lower] value above 110) should
be treated by medication immediately.
Once under control with medication,
increased physical activity may decrease
your blood pressure further.
Mild to moderate cases of elevated blood
pressure can benefit from healthy
lifestyle changes including increased
exercise, decreased salt intake, improved
Any amount of physical activity, even lowintensity exercise such as walking, can
lower your blood pressure, and the health
benefits of exercise for your
cardiovascular system are substantial and
definitely worth the effort.
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