Many people focusing on improving their diet but may overlook managing their stress when it comes to preventing and treating high blood pressure.
Recent studies have shown that stressful situations can elevate heart rate and constrict blood vessels, raising blood pressure.
The findings provide several tips to help people manage their stress and control blood pressure levels.
Sleep well at night. Research has shown that poor-quality sleep and sleep loss can negatively affect people’s mood, mental alertness, energy level, and physical health.
They can also disrupt the body clock and increase blood pressure.
Resolve stressful situations as much as possible. Don’t let stressful situations last for a long time.
People can use family problem-solving sessions and negotiation skills to resolve conflicts and reduce stress.
Use relaxation techniques to reduce stress. Meditation, muscle relaxation, deep breathing exercises, and yoga are powerful tools to reduce stress.
Learn time management skills. The more efficiently people can fulfill their work and family demands, the lower their stress level.
Make your social network strong. Connecting with others by taking a class, joining an organization, or participating in a support group can greatly reduce stress.
Perform good self-care. For example, you can treat yourself to a massage and truly savor an experience. You can take a walk or a nap, or listen to your favorite music.
Ask for help from health professionals. People don’t need to be afraid to ask for help from spouse, friends, and neighbors. If stress and anxiety persist, they need to talk to their doctors.
Researchers also suggest that a healthy lifestyle, such as maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, regular exercise, and a diet that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthful fats, can all help prevent and control high blood pressure.
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