Reduce salt intake
Eat more fruits and vegetables
Follow the DASH diet
Maintain a healthy weight
Exercise regularly
Limit alcohol
Quit smoking
Reduce caffeine if sensitive
Manage stress
Sleep 7–9 hours nightly
Treat sleep apnea
Drink enough water
Limit processed foods
Reduce added sugar
Eat more potassium-rich foods
Monitor blood pressure at home
Take prescribed medications as directed
Avoid missing medication doses
Limit NSAID use unless approved by a doctor
See a healthcare provider regularly
Seek urgent care for very high blood pressure with chest pain, shortness of breath, severe headache, confusion, weakness, or vision changes