Suggest Treatment For Mildly Raised BP Reading

Posted on Sat, 7 Feb 2015

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Question : I dont think my blood pressure is normal. Its 129/69 and pulse of 60. I am 123lbs and am 5'4. I have always eaten healthy and excersise. How can i reduce and get my pressure 120? And what could be causing it to be high?

Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
DASH diet, exercise and stress relief

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
As per the latest guidelines on blood pressure control, the blood pressure up to 140/90 is normal and you don't have to worry.
You can get your blood pressure lower by following a DASH diet, exercising 30 minutes per day and practising stress relieving measures like yoga, meditation or relaxation techniques.
I shall be happy to answer if you have any further queries.
Wish you good health and a good day
Dr Noble Zachariah

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar