Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Hypertension occurs when the force of blood pushing against your artery walls is consistently higher than normal. Over time, this extra pressure puts a strain on your heart and blood vessels, increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems. It’s often called a “silent killer”, because you may not notice any symptoms until significant damage has already occurred.
⚠️ Common Causes of Hypertension
High blood pressure can develop over years and may be linked to various lifestyle and genetic factors:
🍟 Unhealthy diet
🚫 Lack of exercise
⚖️ Being overweight or obese
🧬 Family history of hypertension
🍺 Excess alcohol or smoking habits
Recommended Health Practices for Controlling BP
Reduce Salt Intake – Limit to 1 teaspoon (5g) per day.
Follow a Healthy Diet – More fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and less oily/processed food
Exercise Daily – 30 minutes walking/yoga/physical activity.
Maintain Healthy Weight – Reducing extra weight helps lower BP.
Avoid Smoking & Alcohol – Improves heart and blood vessel health.
when blood pressure stays higher than normal, putting strain on the heart and arteries.
Fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and foods rich in potassium.
Yes. Regular walking, yoga, or swimming lowers blood pressure.