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Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps. Maintaining healthy blood pressure is vital for overall well-being. When blood pressure becomes consistently high (hypertension) or low (hypotension), it can impact your health. High blood pressure is often asymptomatic, earning it the nickname "the silent killer." Many individuals seek ways to manage their blood pressure through lifestyle adjustments. This article explores some general lifestyle and dietary changes that can contribute to maintaining healthy blood pressure levels.   Understanding Blood Pressure Before exploring supportive measures, let's briefly define what it is. Blood pressure represents the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as your heart circulates it throughout your body. It's measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and is expressed as two numbers: systolic pressure (the pressure during a heartbeat) over diastolic pressure (the pressure