Hypertension is one of the most common conditions in the United States. It is estimated that just over half the adults in the U.S. have either prehypertension or hypertension making it a serious medical condition

What is the initial treatment for stage 1 hypertension? A) Exercise B) Antihypertensives C) Vitamin supplements D) Diet


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Diet is the initial treatment before drug therapy is introduced. The goal is to eliminate the need for medication in people with stage 1 hypertension.

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