how to get rid of hypertension - #26651
I am 45 and I just got diagnosed with hypertension like a week ago. The doctor said my blood pressure was pretty high at 150/95 or something like that, which freaked me out. I've always thought I was healthy, ya know, like I eat veggies, try to exercise, but I guess that hasn't been enough. I’m really trying to figure out how to get rid of hypertension without jumping straight to medication. I mean, I get that meds might be needed, but I wanna try everything else first if possible. I've been reading about lifestyle changes, but honestly, there’s so much info out there and it’s hard to know what actually works. Like, I’ve heard cutting salt is important, but what about sugar? Does drinking more water help at all? Or what about exercise —can't I just walk a bit? Also, is it true that stress management can help with how to get rid of hypertension? I’ve been feeling mega stressed lately with work and all, so I’m wondering if that’s a factor. Do you guys think I can realistically lower my blood pressure with home remedies or lifestyle changes alone? Any personal stories of success would be awesome. Just really worried about what this means for my health long-term and how to get rid of hypertension in a way that sticks, ya know?
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