Dietary and lifestyle changes also may help control high blood pressure. Some people with mild hypertension can lower their blood pressure by reducing sodium in their diet. Blood pressure also returns to normal in many obese people when they lose weight. Increasing physical activity can reduce blood pressure in some people, too. Before drugs are prescribed, these methods to control blood pressure are often recommended for people with only mildly elevated blood pressure.
High levels are a large factor in clogging arteries.
Your blood pressure is also checked each time you donate. Cholesterol levels are also checked periodically.