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Suggest Remedy For Blood Pressure
I am an active male. 64 years old. my blood presure is averaging 162/90. Should i consider medication, or some other alternative? I don't us tabacco products, and I don't drink. I did drink alcohol a couple of years ago. I am consulting a doctor,and I am wondering if I should go on medication. The Dr. is working with me. I will have the final say. What is your opinion/ Thanks, David
Fri, 20 Jun 2014
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Since your age is 64 years and blood pressure is 162 / 90 mm of Hg.
You should be worried but not too much because of age and reading of BP is not too high. I see similar cases amongst in this age group who visit my clinic. In the first meeting I advise my patients to go life style modification for 3 months . I retest them again after 3 months ,if remains high B P I prescribe medicine , otherwise no need of worry.
1 High fiber diet with green leafy vegetables & fruits.
2 Cut down the processed food , white bread , doughnuts , white sugar pizza, burger should be completely avoided with alcohol and smoking.
3 A 40 minute physical activities everyday either morning or evening walk or gym or swimming.
Also avoid excess of salt .
Hope these information will be good for you.
Since your age is 64 years and blood pressure is 162 / 90 mm of Hg.
You should be worried but not too much because of age and reading of BP is not too high. I see similar cases amongst in this age group who visit my clinic. In the first meeting I advise my patients to go life style modification for 3 months . I retest them again after 3 months ,if remains high B P I prescribe medicine , otherwise no need of worry.
1 High fiber diet with green leafy vegetables & fruits.
2 Cut down the processed food , white bread , doughnuts , white sugar pizza, burger should be completely avoided with alcohol and smoking.
3 A 40 minute physical activities everyday either morning or evening walk or gym or swimming.
Also avoid excess of salt .
Hope these information will be good for you.
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