Which of the following regarding exercise and hypertension is true?
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AOnly high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is beneficial for reducing blood pressure.
BRegular aerobic exercise can significantly reduce blood pressure in hypertensive patients.
CStrength training increases blood pressure and is not recommended for hypertensive patients.
DExercise has no significant impact on blood pressure for hypertensive patients.
✓ Correct answer: B. Regular aerobic exercise can significantly reduce blood pressure in hypertensive patients.Regular aerobic exercise has been shown to reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure in individuals with hypertension. This reduction is due to improvements in cardiovascular efficiency, increased nitric oxide production, and enhanced vasodilation. Strength training, when performed correctly, can also be beneficial, but it does not universally increase blood pressure. HIIT can be effective but is not the only form of beneficial exercise.
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