It is not known whether physical activity is effective in reducing the risk for hypertension. Data on physical activity were obtained by using questionnaires. For every 26.3 men who walk more than 20 minutes to work, one case of hypertension will be prevented. Walking to work and other types of physical activity decreased the risk for hypertension in Japanese men.
Regular exercise can prevent hypertension.
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