Managing high blood pressure takes constant effort. In many cases, old habits need to be changed, which can be a hard thing to do. Many people feel overwhelmed with the changes they're told they need to make -- especially when they weren't feeling bad to begin with. Remember -- one healthy choice is better than none. Just take it one day at a time. If your doctor prescribes medication as part of your treatment, be sure to take the medicine exactly as prescribed. Your ongoing dedication is an essential part of lowering blood pressure.