High blood pressure can increase your risk for a number of diseases

When you feel ready to make a change one of these 5 changes below is a great way to lower your blood pressure without medication!

• Reduce your salt intake: Consume only 1800mg per day and reduce your blood pressure by 5.8/2.5mm Hg

• Lose weight: Aim to lose about 10 pounds and reduce your blood pressure by 7.2/5.9 mm Hg

• Drink less alcohol: A reduction of 3 drinks per day will reduce your blood pressure by 4.6/2.3 mm Hg

• Exercise: 30-45mins 3 times/week, reduce BP by 10.3/7.5

• Dietary modification: DASH Diet, reduce BP by 11.4/5.5