| Modification |
Approximate SBP# reduction |
| Weight: maintenance of normal body weight as defined by BMI of 18.5–24.9 kg/m2 |
5–20 mmHg/10kg reduction in weight[90,91] |
| Sodium consumption: reduction of dietary sodium to less than 100 mmol per day (2.4 g sodium or 6 g sodium chloride). |
2–8 mmHg [92,93] |
| Physical activity: maintenance of healthy physical activity by including regular aerobic activity at least 30mins/day most days of the week |
4–9 mmHg[94,95] |
| Healthy diet: consumption of recommended servings of fruits and vegetables along with reduced saturated and total fat content in diet |
8–14 mmHg[92,93] |
| Alcohol consumption: reduction of alcohol intake to less than 2 drinks in men and less than 1 drink in women |
2–4 mmHg[96] |
| Smoking: Abstinence from smoking for a one week period in habitual smoker |
3–5 mmHg[97] |
