The effects of exercise and lifestyle changes
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Oct 21 2009
Q: I have cut sugar out of my diet. I am doing strength training 2x/week and cardio 3x/week. I am slowly losing weight. I don’t eat meat except 1x or 2x/month. I am 5′1″ and weigh 162lbs. How soon before my blood pressure will return to normal if I continue this regime?
A: Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. A regular exercise program will significantly lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke and cancer. Life style changes take about three months to become effective. They may not bring your blood pressure back down to normal. Even thin, vegetarian, marathon runners can develop high blood pressure.
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Oct 29, 2009 - 11:10:17WEBMD for October,2009 has an article about whole wheat and that your BP can go down to normal. Mine became normal after I quit eating white flour,white noodles, ate whole wheat bread & Ronzoni, also alot of juice,especially vegetable,decaf. Mine was high for over l5 years & a nurse checked at the church health fair,normal! No added salt. I could have died & used to take pills from the VA.