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2.3. What can I do to change my blood pressure?
a) Consult your doctor.
b) Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) are
associated with considerable health risks over time. Arterial blood
vessels in your body are endangered due to constriction caused by
deposits in the vessel walls (Arteriosclerosis). A deficient supply of
blood to important organs (heart, brain, muscles) can result from
arteriosclerosis. Furthermore, the heart will become structurally
damaged with increased blood pressure values.
c) There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differ-
entiate between the common primary (essential) hypertension, and
secondary hypertension. The latter group can be ascribed to specific
organic malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information
about the possible origins of your own increased blood pressure val-
ues.
d) There are measures which you can take to reduce and prevent high
blood pressure. These measures must be permanent lifestyle
changes.
A) Eating habits
• Strive for a normal weight corresponding to your age. See your doc-
tor for your ideal weight.
• Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
• Avoid fatty foods.
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