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Increasing levels of hypertension are become prevalent across our society today. Many people suffering with the condition are on two or more prescription drugs to attempt to control it. Doctors are saying that the more sensible prescription for hypertension would be a better diet and exercise. When it comes to diet Sodium seems to be an item to avoid. Studies show that if you limit your salt intake to about a teaspoon a day you can prevent a five-point rise in your systolic pressure. When combining the right diet with exercise one can lower their Blood Pressure just as well as with a hypertension pill. Unfortunately many people today would rather rely on taking medications to solve a problem that they could solve themselves with a little work. “We don’t have to worry about side effects from lifestyle changes,” said Dr. David C. Goff, “but everyone finds it easier to prescribe drugs”.

http://www.nytimes.com/ref/health/healthguide/esn-hypertension-ess.html