Learn what normal blood pressure means and why high blood pressure is harmful to your long term health.
There are several things you can do to help maintain a healthy blood pressure, including increasing physical activity, adopting a heart healthy diet, and limiting alcohol.
Reducing sodium intake while increasing potassium intake can help maintain healthy blood pressure**. The American Heart Association’s recommended daily potassium intake for an average adult is 3400 mg for men and 2600 mg for women.
