<human>: i am overweight and hypertensive.My weight is 95 kg, with ht.-5 ft 3 inches.I am planning to join gym because it is difficult to reduce wt at home.Can I do cardio and strenghth training ex.in gym.I am taking telmisartan wit H in morning and telmisartan plain 20 mg at night.Please advise.
<bot>: Hello, Thanks for posting your query on Chat Doctor ...* Brief Answer: Exercising is safe and good for your blood pressure and weight loss, good HY Chat Doctor. *Explanation: My opinion is that high blood pressure on many occasions is an indication for control. That happens on many levels. First, be sure that high blood pressure is not secondary to any other diseases as Cushing or renal failure. Then, Diet with low salt and less fat content is crucial. Exercise and other healthy activities are also a mean to control blood pressure. If all that does not help, medications are a must. That is usually decided by your doctor according to your condition and comorbidities. Some 