Those who are found to be suffering from early / uncomplicated hypertension should adopt the following non-pharmacological measures, i.e. measures without the usage of antihypertensive drugs to lower high blood pressure and to prevent its further rise. If these measures are strictly followed, a lower dose of antihypertensive drug may be sufficient, if required at all. Although control of blood pressure can be achieved by medication, i.e. by the administration of antihypertensive drugs, the drugs have got their own side effects. Above all, it should not be forgotten that our ultimate goal is primary prevention of hypertension. The measures are:
(i) Low salt intake - Only 2-4 g of salt should be taken, otherwise the blood pressure will rise. We usually recommend that the patient takes minimum salt in each meal, preferably in one cooked vegetable only. It should be avoided in curd and salad. Avoid pickles, pepper, snacks, sauce, etc. as they contain a lot of salt.
(ii) More potassium, i.e. citrate fruits like orange, etc. should be taken.
(iii) Exercises like brisk walking/jogging should be followed under strict medical advice, because only limited activity is allowed in the case of persons suffering from severe hypertension, or its omplications.
(iv) Reduction of weight […]

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