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Having an active lifestyle with plenty of exercise is critical to maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Exercise works in dozens of scientifically proven ways to lower blood pressure, including: People who aren’t physically active may have a higher risk of health problems such as heart disease and certain cancers. Regular physical activity helps to lower …
People with high blood pressure are often advised to exercise regularly, with exercises suitable for their physical condition to avoid sudden increases in blood pressure, which can be dangerous to their health. The following are suitable exercises according to each stage of blood pressure: Exercises suitable for people with stage 1 hypertension In theory, a …
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke. It’s defined as having a systolic pressure (the top number) greater than 130 mmHg or a diastolic pressure (bottom number) greater than 80 mmHg. Fortunately, there are many ways to manage or prevent it. Exercise is one of the best ways …
Sleep plays an important role in our lives. Lack of sleep can lead to serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure and heart complications. If you are not getting enough sleep, it is time to make sleep a priority. Good sleep is not a luxury; it is essential to promote good health. Most adults …
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), uncontrolled high blood pressure is dangerous because it can lead to heart attack, enlargement of the heart, and eventually heart failure. High blood pressure can also damage your blood vessels and lead to aneurysms (weak and bulging blood vessels) and stroke. Other negative health consequences include kidney failure, …
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, means that the heart has to work harder to pump blood out of the body. This is a dangerous condition and contributes to hardening of the arteries, or atherosclerosis, stroke, kidney disease and heart failure. Signs of high blood pressure: How does exercise change the body of a …
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a common health problem that is causing problems for millions of people around the world. Obesity is also a major public health problem with high rates of morbidity and associated risks of heart disease, diabetes and kidney disease. Causes of obesity include: How do you know if you’re a healthy …
Misconceptions about high blood pressure Including the following 5 main misconceptions. First Misconception Is That High Blood Pressure Isn’t a Big Deal Second Misconception Is That High Blood Pressure Can’t Be Prevented Perhaps you have other relatives with high blood pressure. Maybe you’re a member of a group of people who are at greater risk. For …
You’ve made lifestyle changes. You’re taking several blood pressure medications. But your blood pressure still isn’t going down. This is called resistant hypertension. This means your high blood pressure is hard to treat and may also have another cause. Possible causes include: Resistant hypertension may be caused by one or more medical conditions. Health care …
What you need to know about high blood pressure? High blood pressure can be a result of aging because as we age, our arteries often stiffen, increasing blood pressure – even in people who are extremely healthy. Not having high blood pressure when you hit your forties or fifties doesn’t mean you never will. High blood …
