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… 68b Nutrition Series Having high blood pressure means that blood is pushing too … Himalayan salt are high in sodium Increase potassium intake While most Canadians eat too much sodium, many do not eat enough potassium. Foods rich in potassium include …
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… Learning Center Learn about high blood pressure Blood pressure is a measure of how …
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… because there are usually no symptoms. A home blood pressure monitor makes it easy to … pressure. Checking your blood pressure at home helps you work with your doctor to … manage your blood pressure. Checking it at home does not replace having it checked by …
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… 68a Nutrition Series Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your … HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low density lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high LDL cholesterol can …
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Condition Basics What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is a measure of how hard the blood pushes against the walls of your arteries. It's normal for blood pressure to go up and down throughout …
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… Condition Basics What is high blood pressure in children and teens? Blood pressure …
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… Hypertension) diet can help you lower your blood pressure. It includes eating fruits, … and snack items, don't have enough calcium, potassium, and magnesium—the very nutrients … meat. Vegetarian diets tend to be higher in potassium, magnesium, and calcium, as does the …
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… The DASH diet focuses on foods that are high in calcium, potassium, and magnesium. These nutrients can lower blood pressure. Taking calcium, potassium, and …
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… Actionset Overview It's important to take blood pressure medicine exactly as prescribed. … With Medicine Side Effects and Interactions High Blood Pressure: Over-the-Counter …
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… Condition Basics What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is a measure of the …
