Hypertension guide

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE PREVENTION

Whether young or old, anyone can develop high blood pressure commonly referred to as the 'silent killer'. Till date the causes of this disease are not known.It is a major cause of heart failure, heart diseases, kidney diseases and strokes. It is especially dangerous because there are no warning signs or symptoms.

The prevention of this 'silent killer' disease reduces the need for health care expenditures and also a major impact on health and quality of life.

RISK FACTORS

Research has shown that there are several factors associated with increase in blood pressure. These factors are classified into two:

Uncontrollable Risk Factors

Family History

Age

Ethnicity

Controllable Risk Factors

Excess Weight.

Excessive intake of alcohol.

Lack of regular physical activity.

Inadequate calcium, magnesium and potassium dietary intake.

Excessive intake of (sodium) salt.

High consumption of sodium dietary.

Lack of diet with much vegetables, fruits, fibers and low saturated fat.

High consumption of canned or processed food.

Cigarette Smoking

Stress

PREVENTION

Maintain a healthy weight: Lose weight if you are overweight.

Learn to manage stress: It is important to identify the causes of your stress and remove them where possible Practice relaxation techniques, Physical activity will help.

Stop Cigarette Smoking: This injures blood vessel wall and increases your chance of developing heart disease.

Be Physically Active: Regular exercise achieves a moderate level of physical fitness. Exercise is actually a key preventive measure.

Quit Drinking: Alcohol contains high calories, which will make you gain weight increasing the risk factor.

Reducing your salt (sodium salt) intake: Salt increases blood pressure. Actually, the quantity of salt you consume is not just the one you shake into your food while eating; it's already added in large amounts to prepared food, canned food products, snacks, and restaurant meals.

Healthy Diet: Eating right keeps us healthy, there are meals we take that are dangerous to our body and others that are vitally helpful in keeping us healthy. Most especially meals that have high cholesterol and fat.

Get informed: Learn how your blood pressure readings relate to your health. Be resourceful. Be informed don't just fold your hands and allow this 'silent killer' to get to you.

Reduce intake of Caffeine: Coffee, tea, cola and some energy drinks are rich in caffeine. Consider cutting down.

These steps and also advice from your doctor can help a great deal in keeping your blood pressure normal, the best way to ensure this is to prevent it.

By following this guide, you will be on your guard in preventing high blood pressure. If you want more great pointers for meals you need to take to watch your blood pressure level, be sure to check out in my website.

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