The information is based on articles which appear in Australian Prescriber. They will be able to give a more detailed answer to your questions by reading the main article. Australian Prescriber is unable to comment on individual cases or give second opinions. Australian Prescriber Vol. They can influence problems such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol in the blood.
Lifestyle changes are harder to make than taking a tablet.
To make a change requires a willingness to change. Often this willingness comes about because of emotions rather than reason. If you have decided that you want to change your lifestyle to improve your health, you are more likely to succeed if you work in partnership with your doctor. Discuss with your doctor what goals you want to achieve. Ask what the options are for achieving these goals.