Stronger heart, lower blood pressure: The power of exercise

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the USA. Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a major risk factor for heart disease. Nearly half of adults have high blood pressure, increasing their risk of heart disease and stroke. But there’s good news: Lifestyle changes can help prevent, manage, or even reverse hypertension. In my story on the Blue Cross NC blog, learn how exercise lowers blood pressure and what exercises to do. Read on the Blue Cross NC blog