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An Evidence-Based Approach to Nonpharmacological Blood Pressure Management Among African Americans.

Article B Peer reviewed Small trial

Key takeaways

This pilot study involved 21 African Americans with high blood pressure. They received six weeks of faith-based health education. The study measured changes in their self-care and blood pressure. It is a small test of a new approach, so the results are not yet strong proof.

Who did this work

Caples W · Forehand JW · Williams K · Smith JL · Allen-Jones R

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD mind-body (BP/sympathetic) · 2026 Oct 15
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42880878/