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Help! any ways to lower blood pressure?

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I was on medication for high blood pressure before I got pregnant. They have changed my medication and touch wood it is behaving. Does anyone know any ways to help lower blood pressure?

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DrFluffy

I'm sure you know deep down: low salt diet, plenty of exercise, avoid stress... Xx

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jowalk6 in reply to DrFluffy

Thank you for your reply. I have very little salt, and do alot of walking. I am trying on the stress! xx

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Chipper

Exercise is very good at lowering blood pressure and the effects can be seen for a few days after. You could also try swimming-it's exercise and stress relieving!

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jowalk6

Thank you chipper for your reply

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