Article: Take steps to control high blood pressure: ; DASH diet in brief

Tips on controlling high blood pressure:

- Lose weight, if you're overweight. If you're at an ideal weight, avoid gaining extra pounds, especially as you age. Dropping even 10 pounds can make a big difference in blood pressure. - Be physically active. Doing at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise on most days can help you manage blood pressure. Try brisk walking, swimming, biking or running.

- Follow the DASH diet by ...

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