Smoking cessation programs and adjuncts are recommendedĭaily mindfulness or meditation appears to improve blood pressure measurementsĮvaluate obesity by waist-to-height ratio less than 0.5, or by ethnic-specific body mass index targets Limit consumption of high salt foods, including fast foods, processed foods, and soy sauce Moderate intensity aerobic activity (e.g., walking, jogging, cycling, yoga, swimming) at least 5 days per week Moderate consumption of coffee, and green and black teaĪdd strength or resistance training 2 to 3 days per week Reduce consumption of foods high in sugar, and saturated or trans fatsĬonsider hibiscus tea, pomegranate juice, beetroot juice, and cocoa Increase consumption of vegetables high in nitrites (e.g., leafy vegetables, beetroot) Increase consumption of foods high in calcium, magnesium, and potassium (e.g., avocados, legumes, nuts, seeds, tofu) Increase consumption of dairy, fruits, polyunsaturated fats, vegetables, and whole grains

Limit to moderate daily consumption (i.e., 1.5 standard drinks per day for women and 2 for men)