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If you have high blood pressure after surgery, then your doctor will most likely expect you to work on reducing it. There are many steps that you can take to reduce high blood pressure after surgery, and the more methods you use, the better. Understand, however, that reducing high blood pressure requires a lot of sacrifice, so be prepared to make many changes to your everyday living.



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    Make an effort to lose some pounds, especially around your waist. Your blood pressure is usually higher the more you weigh, so it would be wise to meet with your doctor to determine an ideal weight for you. Additionally, any medications you may be on will be much more effective if you lose weight.
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    Set yourself up with a regular exercise regimen as that will help lower your blood pressure significantly. Again, you should discuss this with your doctor so that you can come up with a plan for increasing your daily exercise in a manner that is not over strenuous. Your doctor may suggest something as simple as a walk every day. Don't set aside 1 day a week to work out or wait until the weekend. You want to stay consistent throughout the week for a safer result.
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    Establish a nutritious diet that works with you in your efforts to reduce blood pressure. Including foods that are focused on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products is a good start. Avoid saturated fat and cholesterol. There are many ways that you can make eating healthier easier to do. For example, make a shopping list before heading out to the store. This will keep you on track. You should also learn how to read labels and make an extra effort to check labels before purchasing food items. Monitor what you eat by writing it down. You may be surprised by your own habits and find areas where you can make changes.
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    Lower your intake of sodium as it can increase blood pressure. You may not have to lower it that much to make a significant difference in your diet. Again, this would require reading food labels and reducing your intake of processed foods and deli meats. If you find it difficult to cut down on salt, then try adding herbs and spices to add flavor to your foods.
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    Cut down on your alcohol intake if you are consuming more than what is considered good for you. There is a level of alcohol that actually lowers blood pressure, but anything more will reverse that effort. Excessive alcohol also reduces the effect of your medications, so cut down slowly until you reach a level that helps lower your blood pressure. Talk to your doctor about what your personal level is and ways to cut down effectively.
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    Give up smoking, and you will lower your blood pressure dramatically. Cigarettes and other tobacco products assist in maintaining high blood pressure, so you need to work on cutting this bad habit out of your life.
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    Reduce your blood pressure by finding ways to lower your stress levels. You may want to take up Tai Chi or yoga for meditative stress reducing options. If you don't have the time, then allow your exercise regimen to be a time of stress relief, or include moments of deep breathing and stretches to calm you and alleviate any stress you may be feeling.
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    Control your blood pressure by monitoring it yourself and visiting your doctor on a regular basis. You can make a big difference if you learn what your body needs and how to accommodate it, whether it is through exercise, diet, or vice control. The important thing is being disciplined in your plan of action.

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