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Step 1
Stop smoking or breathing secondhand smoke. Consider an electronic air purifier if living with a smoker and dine in non-smoking areas.
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Step 2
Keep away from air pollution when possible. Air contaminants weaken the circulation system and contribute to lung and heart disease.
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Step 3
Watch your diet. Eating fruits, vegetables, grains and low fat foods with a minimum of cholesterol strengthens the circulatory system by keeping the veins open and clean.
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Step 4
Exercise up to 30 minutes daily. It's all right to have a five day program or every other day. Consistency keeps you on track.
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Step 5
Use salt in moderation or not at all. Read food labels for sodium content and keep track to limit salt consumption under 2,300 mg daily. With high blood pressure, it's necessary to keep the salt intake under 1,500 mg.
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Step 6
Stay away from stress. Proper sleep, relaxation and a good massage all help blood circulation.
