A useful strategy to reduce the risk of developing hypertension is to

A. limit the use of pepper at the table and during food preparation.
B. eat lots of prepackaged and canned foods.
C. eat a kilocalorie-controlled diet to maintain a desirable body weight.
D. eat plenty of protein.


Answer: C

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