{"id":4813,"date":"2020-02-22T06:07:53","date_gmt":"2020-02-22T06:07:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mymedicplus.com\/news\/?p=4813"},"modified":"2021-03-31T00:39:10","modified_gmt":"2021-03-30T19:09:10","slug":"your-best-bet-against-heart-attack-stroke-lower-blood-pressure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mymedicplus.com\/blog\/your-best-bet-against-heart-attack-stroke-lower-blood-pressure\/","title":{"rendered":"Your best bet against heart attack, stroke? 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Understand what your numbers mean and how you can get your blood pressure under control.<\/li>\n<li>Follow a treatment plan to manage your\u00a0high blood pressure. Work with your doctor and commit to realistic lifestyle changes.<\/li>\n<li>Get active. Healthy adults from ages 18 to 65 should get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week.<\/li>\n<li>Eat less processed food. Try to stay away from foods with added sodium and sugar. Instead, eat more plant-based foods and foods that are rich in potassium (these include bananas, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, avocados, greens, tomatoes).<\/li>\n<li>Keep your weight under control. If you&#8217;re overweight, take steps to shed a few pounds. Being 20 or more pounds overweight can put you at risk.<\/li>\n<li>Consume alcohol in moderation, if at all. 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