The goal of treatment is to reduce your blood pressure is that you have a lower risk of complications.
- Eat a heart-healthy diet, including potassium and fiber, and drink plenty of water
- Exercise regularly- at least 30 mins. of aerobic exercise a day
- Limit how much alcohol you drink- one drink a day for women , two a day for men
- Limit the amount of sodium (salt) you eat- aim for less than 1,500 mg per day