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High Octane

10/29/09

High Octane

Topics:Blood Pressure Numbers

I'm 49 years old and after taking my BP for 3 weeks everyday, once in the AM and once in the PM my avg. reading is 136/88 with a high of 150/100 and a low of 123/78 I've just started running again and exercising ...should I go on medication??

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Lisa Nelson

Friday, October 30, 2009

Hi High Octane,

I recommend working with your physician to monitor your blood pressure. It's possible the physical activity will begin to lower your levels naturally and medication will not be necessary.

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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