High Blood Pressure

Frequently Asked Questions

14. How do I know if I need to lose weight to prevent or control my blood pressure? - cont'd

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A portion of a body mass index chart is on the right. The full chart is available from NHLBI (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute).

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