Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure (also known as hypertension), but only 1 in 4 adults with high blood pressure have it under control.

Try these ways to maintain healthy blood pressure:

Eat Fresh Fruit and Veggies

Eat Fresh Fruits and Veggies

Have 1½ to 2 cups of fruits and 2 to 3 cups of veggies each day.

Be Salt Smart

Be Salt Smart

Try to stay under 1,500mg or 2/3 teaspoons of salt per day if you have high blood pressure.

Limit Alcohol

Limit Alcohol

For women, have 1 drink or less per day. For men, have 2 drinks or less per day.

Get Active

Get Active

Move your body 150 minutes each week by doing something you enjoy. Try a fun activity like dancing, swimming, playing with your kids, walking, or taking a class.

Be Salt Smart

If You Smoke, Take Steps to Quit

You can get medicine to help quit tobacco at no cost through Medi-Cal. Talk with your PCP, call Kick It California at 1(800) 300-8086, or visit kickitca.org.

Ask your PCP what your blood pressure goal is. Find more ways to control high blood pressure at sfhp.org/wellness.

*A primary care provider (PCP) is your main doctor, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner in charge of your health care.

More Help from SFHP

  • Customer Service: If you need help or have questions, call SFHP Customer Service at 1(415) 547-7800, 1(800) 288-5555 (toll-free), or 711 (TTY), Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm.
  • Interpreter Services: You can get an interpreter in-person or by phone for your health visits. When you make an appointment, ask for an interpreter at the same time.
  • Need a Ride? SFHP can help you get transportation to any medical appointment covered by Medi-Cal. Ask your provider or call Customer Service.
  • Interested in Medi-Cal Benefits? See if you or your family can get Medi-Cal through SFHP.

Learn more about your covered Medi-Cal benefits and services.