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Some Effective Ways to Controlling Hypertension

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Treating high blood pressure is a two-dimensional process. First is the medication way. Second is bringing changes to lifestyle and diet. Thankfully there are some proactive measures that one can adapt to their lifestyles to control high blood pressure and even lower chances of developing a heart disease. Let’s take a look at these easy and practical solutions to how to control high blood pressure. Shed extra kilos: Blood pressure is directly proportionate to weight gain. Obesity is an evil monster as it causes stress on the joints, bones and heart. It also leads to sleep apnea, which further increases blood pressure. Reduce salt intake in the diet: Extra sodium in the food is a villain for hypertension patients. Research has shown that even a small reduction of sodium from the diet has resulted in lowering the blood pressure by as much as 10 mmHg. Cutting down on processed food also help in reduction of sodium intake. Exercise regularly: Exercising is one of the bes

Know About "HYPERTENSION"

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Hypertension is another name for high blood pressure. It can lead to severe complications and increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and death. Hypertension and heart disease are global health concerns. The World Health Organization (WHO) suggests that the growth of the processed food industry has impacted the amount of salt in diets worldwide and that this plays a role in hypertension. High blood pressure generally develops over many years, and it affects nearly everyone eventually. Fortunately, high blood pressure can be easily detected. And once you know you have high blood pressure, you can work with your doctor to control it. You can have high blood pressure (hypertension) for years without any symptoms. Even without symptoms, damage to blood vessels and your heart continues and can be detected. Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases your risk of serious health problems, including heart attack and stroke. HOW BAD IS 140/90 Blood Pressure? You should