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What Is Hypertension?

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, means that the force of your blood against your artery walls is consistently too high. Over time, this can cause serious health problems.

Why Is It Dangerous?

If left untreated, hypertension can lead to:

• Heart disease
• Stroke
• Kidney damage
• Vision loss

It's often called a "silent killer" because it usually has no symptoms-but the damage it causes can be life-threatening.

What Causes Hypertension?

Common risk factors:

• Poor diet (especially too much salt or processed food)
• Lack of exercise
• Being overweight
• Smoking
• Excessive alcohol intake
• Stress
• Family history

How Can You Prevent or Control It?

1. Eat Healthy:

• Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
• Reduce salt (sodium)
• Cut back on saturated fats and sugar

2. Be Active:

• Aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity most days

3. Maintain a Healthy Weight

4. Limit Alcohol and Avoid Tobacco

5. Manage Stress:

• Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation