I have high blood pressure PURELY because of genetics. I am a little underweight, do cardio exercise 5-6 days a week, and eat extremely healthy.
My blood pressure has ranged from 130-138/80-90. My doctor only said to limit my salt intake. I never eat much sodium, but I counted it anyways.
I found out I was eating about 2,000 mg (still under average) but I lowered it anyways. I have been eating under 1200 mg daily for the past 3 months. Still no change in blood pressure.
Should I go on medication or are there other things I can try??
My father died had extremely high blood pressure that was not completely controlled with medication. He died of a heart attack at the age of 39. I am worried for myself.
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