People who do not have damage to their heart and blood vessels, who do not have diabetes, obesity or high blood pressure can try to lower it without the help of medication. kp.ru – said cardiologist professor, doctor of medical sciences, director of the Institute of Personalized Cardiology at Sechenov University Philip Kopylov.
That’s why he recommends getting rid of excess weight and adding moderate physical activity to your daily routine.
“According to current international standards, it is recommended to do at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week, or at least 30 minutes five days a week. Ideally – 40-60 minutes every day. The safest type of physical activity is cardio walking, that is, at the fastest possible pace, but without shortness of breath,” the expert explained.
In addition, limiting salt to 5 g per day, eliminating alcohol and smoking will help reduce high blood pressure. The professor also recommends adding more fruits, vegetables, whole grain products (cereals, porridge), sea fish and dairy products to your diet. Kopylov concluded that it is also important to reduce stress and improve sleep.
Endocrinologist, nutritionist at SM-Clinic, Ph.D. Oksana Mikhaleva previously It has been said Swelling and high blood pressure indicate excessive salt consumption, writes “socialbites.ca”. According to him, both symptoms are caused by fluid retention in the body.
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