GP advice: Blood pressure and growth spurts

READER: I am a man in my late 40s. I recently had my blood pressure and weight checked at screening organised by my employer. 

I am overweight and my blood pressure was raised on the day so I was advised to see my GP. I have made an appointment, is there anything I can do in the meantime?

GP: Anyone who has similar results from screening should always follow up with their GP as you are doing. A large number of factors can affect blood pressure and these include genetic as well as lifestyle factors.