Everything you must know about Hypertension or High Blood Pressure

In the case of hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) is a medical condition that results in increased pressure of blood in arteries. A senior cardiologist at AMRI Hospital Kolkata says, “Blood pressure normally falls and rises throughout the day, but it can damage your heart and cause severe health issues if it remains high for a long time".

Blood pressure is the force that the flowing liquid exerts on the inner walls of arteries. In most cases, high blood pressure shows no symptoms, which makes hypertension a covert killer. Gradually, high blood pressure increases the risk of medical complications such as stroke, kidney failure, congestive heart attack and heart failure.

Shockingly, high blood pressure has become a common condition in India. But you can take measures to lower the risk of heart complications and stroke. Hyper-Tension and High Blood pressure may happen in the following situations:

• ·         Eating foods high in sodium and low in potassium.
• ·         Sedentary habits: sitting for long periods, minimum physical activity, etc.
• ·         Smoking tobacco.
• ·         No or very little exercise.
• ·         Obesity.
• ·         Women who use birth control pills.
• ·         Drinking too much alcohol.
• ·         Pregnancy
• ·         Family history of high blood pressure

How can you control blood pressure after being diagnosed with hypertension? Consider these tips from AMRI Hospital Kolkata

Know what your blood pressure level should be and try to keep it at a normal level.

Eat a healthy diet that’s low in salt, saturated and trans-fats.

Lose weight if you’re overweight.

Try to give up alcohol or at least decrease your consumption.

Eat fruits and vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.

Enjoy regular physical activity.

Take all medicines as prescribed to control your blood pressure.
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