Hypertension - Prevention

Some risk factors of hypertension cannot be eliminated. For example, a person may inherit a tendency for the disorder. But many risk factors can be prevented or reduced. Some of the most important changes a person can make in his or her life to prevent hypertension include the following:

• Reduce salt intake.
• Reduce fat intake.
• Lose weight.
• Get regular exercise.
• Quit smoking.
• Reduce alcohol consumption.
• Learn how to manage stress.