Patient's question:
I am a 60-year-old elderly person, and I have had high blood pressure for over a decade. By the way, for treating high blood pressure, I have taken a lot of both Chinese and Western medicine, but they only control the symptoms without providing relief. It is said that appropriate physical activity can stabilize and treat high blood pressure. I wonder if high blood pressure can be cured through exercise. What is the best way to manage high blood pressure?Doctor's answer:
Hypertension requires lifelong long-term oral medication, and antihypertensive drugs cannot achieve the purpose of relief. The treatment of hypertension with medication is very necessary. Adhering to additional antihypertensive drugs as prescribed by a doctor can reduce blood pressure and increase the risk of organ damage. Additionally, patients with hypertension can achieve the goal of reducing blood pressure through two methods: dietary adjustments and lifestyle adjustments. The diet should be based on light and nutritious food, eating more fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoiding cold, greasy, and foods. In daily life, appropriate physical exercise should be implemented, with aerobic exercise as the foundation, such as practicing Tai Chi, running, and walking.