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A woman has her blood pressure measured by a nurse.

High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common condition in adults that can lead to major health problems like a heart attack or stroke. It’s often caused by obesity, inactivity, stress, and foods high in fat and salt. With proper diet, exercise, or medication, hypertension is a manageable condition.

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Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart

Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart

TUESDAY, Feb. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Getting and staying physically fit might help fend off heart disease even if you've put on a few pounds, new research suggests. "If you would like to reduce the ri...

 
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