If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, medication isn’t the only way to improve it. There are several ways you can lower your blood pressure and maintain it. With simple changes to your lifestyle, you can avoid, delay or reduce the need for medication.

Here are 10 ways to do this:

1. Lose extra pounds and watch your waistline
2. Exercise regularly
3. Eat a healthy diet
4. Reduce sodium in your diet
5. Limit the amount of alcohol you drink
6. Quit smoking
7. Cut back on caffeine
8. Reduce your stress
9. Monitor your blood pressure at home and see your doctor regularly
10. Get support