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High Blood Pressure

Take care of your heart to prevent long term damage and risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure. More than 38% of Tennessee experiences high blood pressure, lower your blood pressure today!

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American Heart Association

The American Heart Association (AHA) has the most up-to-date guidelines and information to keep your heart healthy.

American Heart Association

Quick Tips & Preventative Care:

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  1. Nutrition

    • DASH Diet​

    • Limiting sodium intake to less than 2 grams per day

    • Drinking 80 - 100 ounces of water daily

  2. Exercise​​

    • 2-3 days of low-intensity cardio including walking, jogging, cycling, and swimming​

    • 2-3 days of body weight or exercise band training focused on muscular endurance

    • Yoga

  3. Check the following:

    • Limiting stress

    • Quarterly primary care visits

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