How to control high blood pressure?
Patient: Hi, I am 31 years old, yesterday I took my blood pressure and the reading was 147/93. I have previously had high blood pressure but am not on any medication. How dangerous is a reading that high, and what are simple ways to help control high blood pressure. Doctor: Hi ThereAfter going through your query I understand your concern.I would like to tell you that high blood pressure in young age should be managed with lifestyle modification initially that includes -low dietary salt intake- stop junk food- stop smoking/alcohol  ( if you do )- brisk walk of 40 min daily - decrease your weight if you are obese Make these changes in your routine for 3 month period. If even after this you BP stays more than 140/90 then you will require medicine to control your blood pressure.Hopefully this has answered your query.Kind Regards Dr Navneet Mahajan