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The force that your blood applies to the walls of the arteries is known as blood pressure. Blood pressure can be too low or too high. Eating a diet that places emphasis on fruits and vegetables, reducing salt consumption, excising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight can help keep you blood pressure in check.
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hypertension , high blood pressure , measurement, readings, ranges , lifestyle , sphygmomanometer
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Rated on: 8/12/2020 3:01:00 AM
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