Fall Into Balance — A Season to Reset Your Blood Pressure

As the air slightly cools and we admire the northern leaves gracefully change, fall reminds us that every season offers a fresh start. Just as nature slows down and prepares for renewal, this season can be the perfect time to pause, reset, and refocus on your health — especially your blood pressure.

Why focus on blood pressure?  High blood pressure (also called hypertension) often has no symptoms, but it’s one of the most important things to manage for your heart and kidney health. Think of it as the “silent stress” inside your body — when left unchecked, it can lead to serious problems like heart disease, stroke, or kidney damage.

The good news? Small, steady changes make a big difference. Fall gives us natural cues to slow down, breathe deeper, and create healthy routines.

A few fall-friendly resets for your blood pressure:

• Take mindful walks. The cooler weather makes it easier to enjoy short walks outside. Just 20–30 minutes a day can help lower your blood pressure.
• Enjoy seasonal foods. Apples, butternut squash, and cranberries are in season — packed with fiber and nutrients that support kidney health.  Try them roasted with a little drizzle of olive oil.
  • Fall squashes are higher in potassium and therefore should be eaten in moderation if watching potassium intake.
• Reset your routine. As the days get shorter, try setting regular sleep and meal times to keep your body in rhythm.

​This fall, let the changing leaves remind you: your health can change too — one small step at a time. 

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