Alcohol and High Blood Pressure: Effects and More, Explained
However, even people who do not drink regularly have a risk of experiencing negative effects from alcohol. In addition to cutting back on alcohol, you can incorporate other lifestyle changes, such as regular exercise and stress management, to help lower your blood pressure. Of course, no one needs to wait for new guidelines or warning labels to curb their drinking. Many are exploring ways to cut back, including the Dry January Challenge or alcohol-free drinks. All studies included an independent individual who was blinded to control and test groups to evaluate and analyse the data. One study ‐ Nishiwaki 2017 (a single‐blinded study) ‐ ensured participant blinding but not blinding of outcome assessors. Karatzi 2005, Mahmud 2002, Maule 1993, and Potter 1986 did not mention the method of blinding of...
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