At a societal level, policy changes can enhance the availability of healthy foods and facilitate physical activ- ity. The goal can be to modestly reduce BP in the general population or to undertake more intensive targeted lowering of BP in adults with hypertension or at high risk of devel- The intent of the general population approach is to achieve a small downward shift in the general population distribution of BP, which would be expected to result in substantial health benefits.S6.1-2 The targeted approach focuses on BP reduction in adults at greatest risk of develop- ing BP-related CVD, including individuals with hypertension, as well as those at increased risk of developing hypertension, especially blacks and adults who are overweight, consume excessive amounts of dietary sodium, have a high intake of alcohol, or are physically inactive. The targeted approach tends to be intensive, with a more ambitious goal for BP reduction. Both approaches are complementary and mutually reinforcing, and modeling studies suggest they are likely to provide similar public health benefit.S6.1-3,S6.1-4 However, as the precision of risk prediction tools increases, targeted pre- vention strategies that focus on high-risk individuals seem to become more efficient than population-based strategies.S6.1-5 6.2. Nonpharmacological Interventions Recommendations for Nonpharmacological Interventions References that support recommendations are summarized in Online Data Supplements 9-21. COR LOE Recommendations I A 1. Weight loss is recommended to reduce BP in adults with elevated BP or hypertension who are overweight or obese.S6.2-1 S6.2-4 I A 2. A heart-healthy diet, such as the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet, that facilitates achieving a desirable weight is recommended for adults with elevated BP or I A 3. Sodium reduction is recommended for adults with elevated BP or I A 4. 