What is high Blood Pressure?
When your blood pressure is more than normal.More than one reading may be required to confirm the diagnose of hypertension..
If you are having associated diseases such as diabetes or kidney disease blood pressure more than 130/80 will be considered as high blood pressure OR 140/90 if you don't have any associated disease.
Why High Blood Pressure Can Be Dangerous?
High Blood Pressure is a dangerous disease, because it is a silent killer,It does not leave any warning sign and symptoms most of the time. It may lead to diseases such as Stroke, Ischemic Heart Disease,Heart failure,Kidney Diseases etc.
How Blood Pressure Can be Prevented?
Following Measures can be taken to prevent High Blood Pressure.
1.Regular Exercise
Regular Exercise can be very helpful to keep your blood pressure low.Those who are more active are less prone to get this disease even ironing your own cloths can make a difference.So give up sedentary life and be active at all time.
2-Keep your weight Low
Keeping your weight within normal healthy index (calculate your weight on BMI Index application at bottom of this page) can be useful to prevent this disease.People who are obese and overweight are more prone to have high blood pressure
3-Stop Smoking
If you are a smoker,you are inviting for this disease with every cigarette you smoke.So quit smoking today, not tomorrow. We will be starting a rehabilitation program on our website soon.
4-Reduce stress
Stress is another factor which leads to high blood pressure.Avoid stress,keep yourself calm and relax.it can be achieved by regular exercise,socializing and taking time off after hard work.It is important to spare some times for yourself from your busy life and have fun.
5-Reduce Salt Intake
Those who love more salt in their food should reconsider it because it can lead to high blood pressure.Get used to foods with low salt it will help you live longer.
6-Some Diets May Be Helpful In Reducing Blood Pressure
Diets rich in some nutrients such as Potassium,Magnesium,Calcium etc,can be helpful in reducing blood pressure.Fresh Fruits,vegetables and low fat dairy products are good source of these nutrients.
Some other diets such as Garlic and Fish Oil are also very helpful in keeping the blood pressure low.
