Healthy Habits To Prevent Hypertension Maintain a Healthy Weight: Shedding excess pounds can lower your risk of hypertension. Healthy Diet: Fill your plate with fruits, veggies, and lean proteins to keep blood pressure in check. Regular Exercise: Break a sweat regularly to strengthen your heart and keep hypertension at bay. Limit Alcohol: Keep your drinking in check to protect your blood pressure levels. Quit Smoking: Stub out that cigarette to safeguard your blood vessels and lower your blood pressure. Manage Stress: Take a breather and practice relaxation techniques to keep stress from raising your blood pressure. Regular Check-ups: Stay on top of your blood pressure numbers with routine visits to your healthcare provider. Limit Caffeine: Watch your caffeine intake to prevent spikes in blood pressure. Limit Processed Foods: Cut back on sodium-laden processed foods to maintain a healthy blood pressure. Adequate Sleep: Hit the hay for 7-9 hours each night to support overall health and keep hypertension at bay. Inputs By: Dr Pravin Kahale, Consultant, Cardiology, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital Mumbai.