Question
What does it mean to have high blood pressure? How can medicine attempt to control this? 3 sentences max all separated and numbered
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1. High blood pressure, or hypertension, occurs when the force of blood against artery walls is consistently too high, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
2. Medications, such as diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and beta-blockers, can help lower blood pressure by reducing blood volume, relaxing blood vessels, or slowing the heart rate.
3. Lifestyle changes, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, and reduced salt intake, can also enhance the effectiveness of medical treatments in managing hypertension.
2. Medications, such as diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and beta-blockers, can help lower blood pressure by reducing blood volume, relaxing blood vessels, or slowing the heart rate.
3. Lifestyle changes, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, and reduced salt intake, can also enhance the effectiveness of medical treatments in managing hypertension.