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This 800-year-old Chinese exercise helps lower blood pressure naturally
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An ancient Chinese exercise routine may be just as powerful as a daily brisk walk for lowering blood pressure โ without equipment, gyms, or intense workouts. In a major clinical trial, adults with stage 1 hypertension who practiced baduanjin, a gentle mind-body exercise combining slow movements, breathing, and meditation, saw meaningful drops in blood pressure within three months that lasted for an entire year.
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