High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition where the force of the blood against your artery walls is higher than normal. If your blood pressure reading is consistently 140/90 mmHg or higher, it is considered high.
The Impact of High Blood Pressure on Your Body
1. The Brain Hypertension can lead to strokes, chronic headaches, and mental fogginess. It can also cause brain aneurysms or blockages in the blood vessels supplying the brain.
2. The Heart High blood pressure is a leading cause of heart disease and sudden heart failure.
3. The Kidneys Because high blood pressure damages the small blood vessels in the kidneys, it can lead to decreased kidney function, kidney failure, or blood in the urine. Testing for Urea and Creatinine is essential to monitor this risk.
4. The Eyes Hypertension can damage the tiny blood vessels in the eyes, resulting in blurred vision or even permanent blindness.
Common Causes of High Blood Pressure
- Excessive consumption of salty foods.
- Eating oily or high-fat foods.
- High levels of stress.
- Obesity.
- Lack of physical activity.
- Smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Genetics (family history).
- Inadequate sleep.
How to Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure
- Diet: Reduce salt and oily food intake; increase your consumption of vegetables.
- Exercise: Engage in 30 minutes of physical activity daily (e.g., walking or cycling).
- Mental Health: Focus on reducing stress.
- Rest: Ensure you get enough restorative sleep.
- Habits: Avoid smoking and alcohol.
- Monitoring: Check your blood pressure regularly.
- Checkups: Schedule regular medical health screenings.
- Medical Advice: Always follow your doctor’s instructions.
High blood pressure is a “Silent Killer” that often presents no symptoms but can be life-threatening. Early detection is the key to prevention. Don’t forget to perform regular health checkups.
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