Natural blood pressure supplements for your good health

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Blood Pressure
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What is Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is the force that blood exerts
againts blood vessel walls.
The pumping action of the heart generates the
flow
Pressure occures when the flow is met by
resistance from blood vessel walls.
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DEFINITION
Blood pressure is the pressure of the blood in
the circulatory system, often measured for
diagnosis since it is closely related to the
force and rate of the heartbeat and the diameter
and elasticity of the arterial walls.
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Type of Blood Pressure
Depending on the NATURE OF BLOOD VESSEL -
Arterial B.P
Venous B.P
Capillary B.P
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Causes of High Blood Pressure
Often-times unknown Narrowing of the arteries
Fast heart rate
Kidney disease
Medications
Thyroid disease
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Controlling Your Blood Pressure
Lifestyle Changes

• Healthy eating plan

• Limit sodium

• Achieve a healthy weight

• Exercise/physical activity

• Achieve a healthy weight

• Dont smoke

• Limit alcohol

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DIETARY APPROACH TO STOP HYPERTENSION
Follow the DASH dite to potentially lower your
blood pressure
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