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How to lower blood pressure during pregnancy?
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Eat a healthy, balanced diet and keep your salt intake low, as this can reduce blood pressure. Find out about healthy eating in pregnancy, salt in the diet and tips for cutting down on salt. You may have heard that some supplements, such as garlic, might prevent high blood pressure.
Can fish oil lower blood pressure?
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A type of fat called "omega-3 fatty acids" is found in fatty fish like mackerel and salmon. Large amounts of fish oils may help reduce high blood pressure, but their role in prevention is unclear. Taking fish oil pills is not recommended, because high doses can cause unpleasant side effects.