Other risk factors that increase the likelihood of getting high blood pressure are obesity, family history, diabetes, African American heritage and use of oral contraceptives. Furthermore, a woman with high blood pressure has 2-10 times more risk of heart disease. Because high blood pressure can occur without any warning signs women should have their blood pressure checked regularly. If your blood pressure is high, take the following steps to lower it. Lowering Your Blood Pressure Limit alcohol intake .
Alcohol can raise blood pressure.
Women who have high blood pressure, should limit alcohol intake to less than one drink a day. Maintain a healthy weight . Tobacco and cigarette smoking narrows blood vessels and raises blood pressure. Regular exercise helps to maintain a healthy body weight and lowers resting blood pressure. Follow a low fat, low sodium diet .