Figured this was the best place to ask instead of /fit/. So I went to have my DOT physical for a driving job and my blood pressure was way too high. Doc told me to come back after my BP was lower but I only have a couple weeks until I start this job.

How can I lower my blood pressure as quickly as possible?? I've already quit vaping cold turkey and limited myself to 1 cup of coffee per day. I'm pretty heavy for my height but I'm going to eat healthy for these next couple weeks.

>>33413056 (OP)
I used to have elevated BP, then I stopped eating salt, and now I get all light-headed when I stand up too quickly. I also shed some weight, but I wasn't significantly overweight in the first place.

>>33413056 (OP)
Cutting out salt will definitely help.

Perhaps it may be best to seek specialist advice. Blood pressure could be symptoms of a lot of sinister things.

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>>33413160
I'm definitely avoiding salt as much as possible

>>33413186
I'm making an appointment for my doc today

>>33413056 (OP)
There is also medicine available that will lower your blood pressure. Look for beta-blockers. Don't overdo the dose.
Maybe you can get them prescribed by your doc, since you really do have high blood pressure, right? What numbers are we talking here?

Hey anon. I'm a truck Driver with the same issue. I still vape and drink which I shouldn't but trying to quit. For me where I live, the doc gave me meds and handed in my physical to the government or whatever. They renewed my licence but I don't know if I'll be able to pass it again
In 5 years from now.

I dont have any advice because I need advice too. Just know you're not alone.

>>33413056 (OP)
Get on blood pressure medicine, anon. I take Losartan and it works very well.

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>>33416997
doc put me on Chlorthalidone, I'm also taking Potassium, Magnesium and Beet supplements. My BP was 170s systolic in the office but I'm get 140's at home so fingers crossed. Really appreciate the advice from everyone