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May 2021
Some complementary health approaches are showing promise as elements of a program of lifestyle change that can help lower blood pressure. Research results show that some psychological and/or physical practices, such as relaxation techniques and yoga, may help reduce blood pressure in people with hypertension. There is some limited evidence that supplementation of garlic, omega-3 fatty acids, or green tea extract may have small effects in the reduction of blood pressure. No dietary supplement has been shown to have effects comparable to those of drugs used to treat hypertension.
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