These 10 lifestyle changes can lower blood pressure without medication

If you have high blood pressure, have you ever thought that medication is necessary to lower your blood pressure?

Lifestyle also plays an important role in treating high blood pressure. Controlling blood pressure with a healthy lifestyle can prevent the need for medication.

By adopting 10 lifestyle changes or habits, you can lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease. Following is a list of habits that can keep blood pressure low.

1. Lose weight
2. Exercise regularly
3. Eat a healthy diet
4. Reduce salt (sodium) in your diet
5. Give up drinking
6. Quit smoking
7. Get a good night’s sleep
8. Reduce stress on the mind.
9. Monitor your blood pressure at home and get regular checkups
10. Build better relationships with family