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. 2011 Jul 28;2:45–62. doi: 10.2147/AHMT.S11715

Table 6.

Lifestyle modifications and approximate range of systolic blood pressure reduction*

• Exercise/limit television and other sedentary activities (4–9 mmHg)
• Weight reduction (smaller portions/exercise) (5–20 mmHg/10 kg weight loss)
• Consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, low fat dairy products and low content of saturated fats (2–8 mmHg)
• Reduce sodium intake (2–8 mmHg)
• Avoid alcohol (2–4 mmHg)
• Limit caffeine
• Avoid tobacco (cigarettes/chewing)

Note:

*

Obtained from adult studies.