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Prevention could include:
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Treatment of Underlying Disorders
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Control conditions that increase the risk of hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis) by: Controlling high blood pressure; Controlling weight; Reducing saturated fats and salt in the diet; Treating related disorders.
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By doing the things your doctor recommends, you can lower your blood pressure and your health risks.
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In most cases, high blood pressure responds to treatment, but the success of the treatment is up to you.
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Several kinds of medicine are commonly prescribed for high blood pressure. Here are some of the main types.
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A study in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet reduced blood pressure. This diet is low in saturated fat, cholesterol and total fat and emphasizes fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products.
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High blood pressure (hypertension) is called the silent killer. This is because many people who have it don’t know it. You can take an easy test to see if your blood pressure is too high. If it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Doing so could save your life.
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If you have high blood pressure, your doctor may tell you to make changes to your lifestyle. Change isn't easy. If you want to have the best chance of success, don't try to change everything at once. You are more likely to stick with new habits if you make them one at a time. Here are things you can do to lower your blood pressure.
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Mary Pickett, M.D., is a lecturer for Harvard Medical School and an assistant professor of medicine at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR. At OHSU, she practices general internal medicine and teaches medical residents and students.
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Weight management means keeping your body weight at a healthy level.
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Obesity is a chronic condition, meaning it is unlikely to be cured, so behavioral interventions are needed to help people change their habits and improve their quality of life and their psychological functioning. The goal of weight management for obese people is to help them improve their unhealthful dietary and sedentary habits.
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Detailed information on weight management, including obesity causes and prevention
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Definitions Weight management refers to a set of practices and behaviors that are necessary to keep one ' s weight at a healthful level. It is preferred to the term " dieting, " because it involves more than regulation of food intake or treatment of overweight people.
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You can lose weight by dieting, exercising, or a combination of both. Including exercise into your daily routine offers other benefits besides weight control.
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Between the late 30s and late 40s, it's not uncommon for both men and women to gain 10 pounds.
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For some people, a healthy weight is higher or lower than average. Your doctor can help you decide on a healthy weight for you.
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Childhood weight control is a family affair. Involving the whole family lifts a psychological burden off your child.
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Midlife weight gain may put you at risk for serious health conditions, such as diabetes.
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Detailed information on weight management in a child
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Healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes. Not all bodies are made to be thin. For some people, a healthy weight is higher or lower than the average weight listed on weight charts.
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Although people generally gain weight when they stop smoking, you can reduce your chances of adding extra pounds by taking steps to prevent it.
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Most medical weight-loss programs first try to help you make the long-term behavioral changes necessary to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. This includes exercising regularly and eating healthy food. If you still remain seriously overweight, you and your doctor might discuss these options.
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It’s easy to be motivated when you first start. The key is to stay motivated all along the way. Here are things you can do to keep yourself on the path to success.
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