The publication Science Alert described the main ways to reduce blood pressure, increasing which leads to a heart attack or stroke and is the cause of death of more than a thousand people a day only in the US. According to the recommendations of doctors, 46 percent of adults should normalize blood pressure to 130 by 80 millimeters of mercury. At the same time it is necessary to protect oneself from stress, to be physically active and to lead a healthy lifestyle.

Experts at the Mayo Clinic advise giving 15-20 minutes a day to short-term rest in a relaxed state. Deep breathing and immobile body position, for example, when sitting on a chair should help cope with the stressful state. According to experts, good relationships with loved ones and positive thinking contribute to reducing the risk of heart problems.

In addition, it is shown that intense aerobic exercise, which should begin to be done in middle age, will help to avoid serious cardiovascular problems caused by a sedentary lifestyle. Gymnastics should be performed 4-5 days a week. It is also recommended to reduce the amount of alcohol consumed to moderate doses, although the benefits of the latter are still being discussed by scientists.

Experts advise to monitor the weight, eating foods rich in fiber products. Reducing body weight increases blood flow to the brain, reducing the burden on the blood vessels. Also useful food is low in salt and high - potassium (bananas and avocados).

Doctors say that to normalize the functions of the cardiovascular system it is necessary to quit smoking. The substances contained in the tobacco cause a rapid increase in blood pressure, due to the narrowing of the vessels and damage to the inner surface of cells lining them.

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