{"id":143,"date":"2019-02-20T13:15:01","date_gmt":"2019-02-20T13:15:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.nishithchandra.com\/blog\/?p=143"},"modified":"2019-02-20T13:15:30","modified_gmt":"2019-02-20T13:15:30","slug":"body-weight-high-blood-pressure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nishithchandra.com\/blog\/body-weight-high-blood-pressure","title":{"rendered":"Body Weight & High Blood Pressure"},"content":{"rendered":"

High Blood Pressure: Weight Control <\/strong><\/p>\n

What is high blood pressure? <\/strong>
\nHigh blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a condition in which your blood pressure is consistently higher than normal.
\nThree or more blood pressure readings higher than 140\/90 indicate high blood pressure. The upper, systolic (pumping) pressure may be high; the lower, diastolic (resting) pressure may be high; or both may be high.<\/p>\n

How is high blood pressure affected by weight? <\/strong>
\nOne of the most important causes of high blood pressure is overweight. Excess weight puts stress on the heart and lungs, forcing them to work harder. Water retention (usually from eating too much salt) also raises blood pressure.
\nHow is high blood pressure treated with weight control?
\nIf you are overweight, change your eating habits so that you lose 1 to 2 pounds a week until you reach your ideal weight. Even a modest weight loss of 5 to 10 pounds can help your blood pressure. Your diet needs to be low in fat, cholesterol, and salt. Limit the amount of alcohol you drink.
\nA regular, moderate exercise program helps to control your weight. Exercise has many benefits besides weight loss. It increases your metabolism and burns up calories, thereby causing weight loss, reducing stress, and promoting good health. Exercise also lowers your cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Ask your health care provider for recommendations for an exercise program that is right for you.
\nHow long will the effects last?
\nIf you are overweight and have high blood pressure, you will need to control your blood pressure throughout your life. This will require lifelong blood pressure monitoring and treatment.
\nCommunity agencies and commercial programs are available to help you lose weight. Other support services and treatments that have been helpful to many people include:
\n\u2022\tmotivation and behavior modification courses
\n\u2022\tgroup therapy
\n\u2022\tnutrition counseling.
\nHow can I take care of myself?
\nFollow the treatment plan prescribed by your health care provider. In addition:
\n\u2022\tStop smoking.
\n\u2022\tEat healthy, well-balanced meals that reduce your calorie intake enough for you to lose 1 to 2 pounds a week to reach and maintain normal weight.
\n\u2022\tReduce the salt, fat, cholesterol, and caffeine in your diet.
\n\u2022\tLearn to use deep breathing and relaxation techniques to reduce stress.
\n\u2022\tExercise regularly, according to your health care provider’s instructions.
\n\u2022\tSee your provider regularly to have your blood pressure checked. Consider buying a home blood-pressure monitor.<\/p>\n

What can I do to help prevent high blood pressure? <\/strong>
\nTo help prevent high blood pressure, you can:
\n\u2022\tMaintain your ideal weight.
\n\u2022\tExercise regularly.
\n\u2022\tStop smoking, for general good health.
\n\u2022\tLimit the amount of alcohol you drink. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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