Obesity causes the heart to work harder. Be sure to get adequate amounts of potassium, magnesium and calcium in your diet. Exercise regularly . Be sure that aerobic exercise is included. Stop smoking .
Smoking causes the blood vessels to constrict, causing an elevation in blood pressure.
Limit alcohol consumption . Your health care provider will determine which medication is best for you. Diagnosis, risk factors, other health problems, and other medications you take must be considered when deciding which drug therapy is appropriate. It is imperative to follow your physician's instructions in taking your blood pressure medication. Take medications daily as prescribed.