3 Deep-Breathing Exercises for Lowering Blood Pressure, According to Experts
Medical experts recommend specific deep-breathing exercises, such as diaphragmatic breathing, to help lower blood pressure and reduce sympathetic nervous system activity. Research suggests these techniques can have a significant, albeit modest, impact on cardiovascular health over time.
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Offers actionable, non-pharmacological health advice for managing hypertension, a condition affecting a large portion of the population.
Kelsey Niziolek; Getty Images Save Story Save this story Save Story Save this story For something that can slowly wreck your heart , blood pressure is surprisingly easy to ignore—that is, until your doctor starts flagging numbers that have crept up on each successive visit. Around half of all men in the U.S. have high blood pressure, so if you’re reading this, there’s a decent chance you’re among them. And you likely already know that elevated numbers increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. But before you spiral thinking that your fate is sealed, you should take a deep breath . Literally.
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