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… upper number of a blood pressure reading. Diastolic is the lower number. They are measured in millimetres of mercury … upper number of a blood pressure reading. Diastolic is the lower number. They are measured in millimetres of mercury … are 13 and older, normal blood pressure is 120/80 mm Hg or lower. footnote 3 Temperature This is measured in degrees …
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… likely that you won't start smoking again. Exercise and healthy eating also may help. Talk with your doctor Your doctor can … Try meditation or deep breathing before you go to bed. Eat healthy foods Quitting smoking increases your appetite. To …
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… angioplasty. Lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking and eating better could help you live longer. Angioplasty or … disease treated? Treatment for PAD is a combination of healthy lifestyle changes and medicines to ease symptoms and lower your risk of a heart attack and stroke. If you still …
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