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<h1 style="text-align: center;">high blood pressure treatment</h1>
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<h2>[WHAT]</h2>
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<li>]&nbsp;this article is about the treatment of <span style="text-decoration: underline;">high blood pressure condition</span>, Optimal blood pressure is at or below 120/80 mm Hg.</li>
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<li><strong>IMPORTANT -</strong> please read <a href="my-disclaimer" target="_self">my disclaimer</a>&nbsp;stating i have no medical expertise and that this ariticle is simply a compilation of facts about the treatment of this condition from a number of sources.</li>
<li><strong>src=(#) -</strong> After each treatment statement there is a src = #. This # refers to source of the information provided (see the Reference section). Where src =(#+#+#) this means that&nbsp;multiple sources have made the same statement.</li>
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<h2>[WHY]</h2>
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<li>] if you are experiencing high blood pressure condition. There are some basic natural ?treatments? that you can try to help reduce your blood pressure levels.</li>
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<h2>[WHERE]</h2>
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<li>]&nbsp;to use [what]</li>
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<h2>[WHEN]</h2>
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<li>] to use [what]</li>
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<h2>[EXAMPLE]</h2>
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<li>] hbp patient [joe] who had an average blood pressure reading of [...] prior to&nbsp;starting on [diet_plan_001]</li>
<li>] Joe was able to reach an [achievement target] of&nbsp;[ ## %] on the [treatment recommendations] below over a period of [x] weeks</li>
<li>] The result of these changes&nbsp;was that&nbsp;[joe] we able to [reduce/increase] his average bpr by [amount change].</li>
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<h2>[HOW-TO treatements for high blood pressure]</h2>
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<li>] DIET @ EXERCISE <strong>maintain normal body weight</strong> for adults (e.g. body mass index 20&ndash;25 kg/m2),</li>
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<li>src = (1+2+3+4+5)</li>
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<li>] DIET <strong>reduce dietary sodium</strong> intake to &lt;100 mmol/ day (&lt;6 g of sodium chloride or &lt;2.4 g of sodium per day),</li>
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<li>src = (1+2+4+5)</li>
<li>REMEMBER salt is not just what you sprinkle on your "soy" to give it a little flavour, salt (usually in unhealthy) amounts is packed into most any processed foods that you buy. Canned products, frozen meals and fast foods are particularily notorious for their high sodium content.</li>
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<li>] EXERCISE - engage in <strong>regular aerobic physical activity</strong> such as brisk walking (&ge;30 min per day, most days of the week),</li>
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<li>src = (1+2+3+4+5)</li>
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<li>] DIET <strong>limit alcohol consumption</strong> to no more than 3 units/day in men and no more than 2 units/day in women,</li>
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<li>src=(1+2+4+5)</li>
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<li>] DIET <strong>have a few drinks </strong></li>
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<li>src=(2 + 4 )</li>
<li>NOTE the downside to this (if your overwieght) is the calorie cost of those drinks</li>
<li>NOTE if you dont drink, its not recommended to start having a drink as a treatment for hbp</li>
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<li>] DIET <strong>consume a diet rich in fruit and vegetables</strong> (e.g. at least five portions per day) including ...</li>
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<li>src = (1+2+3+4+5)</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">potassium rich foods -</span></li>
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<li><strong>potato -</strong></li>
<li><strong>bananas&nbsp;-</strong></li>
<li><strong>soy -</strong></li>
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<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">magnesium rich foods</span></li>
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<li><strong>Spinach</strong> -</li>
<li><strong>unsalted sunflower seeds</strong> and</li>
<li><strong>beans</strong> are all loaded with magnesium, a key ingredient for lowering and maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. These foods also provide lots of potassium, a primary nutrient in the fight against high blood pressure (see below).</li>
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<li><strong>skim milk</strong> -</li>
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<li>src=(2)</li>
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<li><strong>dark chocolate</strong></li>
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<li>src=(1+2+...)-1/2 oz= 15 g per day</li>
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<li><strong>tea</strong></li>
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<li>src = (2+ ) Study participants who sipped <strong>3 cups of a hibiscus tea daily</strong> lowered systolic blood pressure by 7 points in 6 weeks on average, say researchers from Tufts University&mdash;results on par with many prescription medications. Those who received a placebo drink improved their reading by only 1 point. The phytochemicals in hibiscus are probably responsible for the large reduction in high blood pressure, say the study authors. Many herbal teas contain hibiscus; look for blends that list it near the top of the chart of ingredients&mdash;this often indicates a higher concentration per serving.</li>
<li>green tea -</li>
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<li><strong>] DIET avoid tobacco, quit smoking</strong></li>
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<li>src= 4+5</li>
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<li><strong>] DIET reduce caffeine</strong></li>
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<li>src = 4</li>
<li>REMINDER -&nbsp;caffeine is not just in coffee,(a cup of black tea actually has more)&nbsp;but it also comes in many others shapes and forms including chocolate, cola beverages, energy drinks, ....</li>
<li>NOTE - the role caffeine plays in high blood pressure is&nbsp;debatable&nbsp;wether the effects are temporary or lasting,&nbsp;you can test yourself to see what effect&nbsp;caffeine has upon yourself&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li><strong>] DIET reducing your &ldquo;bad&rdquo; cholesterol (LDL) if it&rsquo;s high</strong></li>
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<li>src = 4</li>
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<h2>[HOW-TO-other]</h2>
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<li><strong>] reduce stress</strong>, ] work less ] relax</li>
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<li>src = 4</li>
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<li><strong>] monitor your blood pressure</strong></li>
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<li>src = 4</li>
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<li><strong>] get support</strong></li>
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<li>src = 4</li>
<li>] ...</li>
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<h2>[REFERENCE]</h2>
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<li>] <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_blood_pressure">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_blood_pressure</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>] <a href="http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/how-lower-blood-pressure-naturally">http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/how-lower-blood-pressure-naturally</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>] <a href="http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/21794240/ns/today-today_health/t/chocolate-other-foods-lower-blood-pressure/">http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/21794240/ns/today-today_health/t/chocolate-other-foods-lower-blood-pressure/</a>&nbsp;joy baur (nutritionist)</li>
<li>] <a href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/high-blood-pressure/HI00027">http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/high-blood-pressure/HI00027</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>] <a href="http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/guide/hypertension-treatment-overview">http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/guide/hypertension-treatment-overview</a></li>
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<li>&nbsp;<a href="http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/guide/blood-pressure-causes">http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/guide/blood-pressure-causes</a></li>
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<li>] high blood pressure -&nbsp;overview</li>
<li>] naturopathic <a href="http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/herbsvitaminsek/a/Hypertension.htm">http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/herbsvitaminsek/a/Hypertension.htm</a></li>
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<li>] coQ10, ] hawthorne, ] garlic, ] fish oil, ] folic acid,</li>
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<h1 style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;my disclaimer</h1>
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<li><strong><span style="background-color: #ffff00;">I&nbsp;am not a&nbsp;doctor</span></strong> nor do i proclaim to have any medical experience, training, skills or knowledge what-so-ever. This article is simply a compilation&nbsp;of information(facts) from a number of different sources that are stating common facts&nbsp;in relation&nbsp;to the management/treatment of&nbsp;high-blood-pressure&nbsp;condition. AS WITH ANY MEDICAL CONDITION&nbsp;/TREATMENT/DIAGNOSIS&nbsp;- <strong><span style="background-color: #ffff00;">&nbsp;CONSULT YOUR PERSONAL PHYSICIAN for recommendations that are best suited for your own personal situation.</span></strong></li>
<li><span>A 2008 USDA study shows consuming hibiscus tea lowers <a title="Blood pressure" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blood_pressure"><span>blood pressure</span></a> in a group of pre<a title="Hypertension" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypertension"><span>hypertensive</span></a> and mildly hypertensive adults. Three cups of tea daily resulted in an average drop of 8.1 mmHg in their systolic blood pressure, compared to a 1.3 mmHg drop in the volunteers who drank the placebo beverage. Study participants with higher blood pressure readings (129 or above) had a greater response to hibiscus tea: their systolic blood pressure went down by 13.2 mmHg. These data support the idea that drinking hibiscus tea in an amount readily incorporated into the diet may play a role in controlling blood pressure, although more research is required.<sup id="cite_ref-USDA_BP_8-0" class="reference"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus#cite_note-USDA_BP-8"><span>[9]</span></a></sup></span></li>
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<h1 style="text-align: center;">notes</h1>
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<li><span style="background-color: #ffff00;"><strong>] Important note: Do not take potassium supplements</strong></span> unless specifically prescribed by your doctor. Too much potassium will upset the balance, and could have serious, even life-threatening consequences</li>
<li>Your blood levels of potassium and sodium are inextricably linked. When potassium is low, the body retains sodium (and too much sodium raises blood pressure). When potassium is high, the body gets rid of sodium. Eating potassium-rich foods is important for maintaining a healthy balance of both minerals and, by extension, for keeping blood pressure low</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.health.harvard.edu/fhg/updates/update0705c.shtml">http://www.health.harvard.edu/fhg/updates/update0705c.shtml</a>&nbsp;potassium containing foods,</li>
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<li>raisins</li>
<li>kiwis</li>
<li>watermelon</li>
<li>] purple potatoes</li>
<li>x] soy&nbsp;</li>
<li>x] dk chocolate</li>
<li>] chili peppers</li>
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