Let’s discuss hypertension.

Hypertension is a condition in which your blood pressure (BP) is higher than the normal value of 130/80 mm Hg. It is usually called ‘High BP.’ A person with persistent hypertension is more likely to have a stroke and heart attack.

Almost always, there are no significant symptoms for this condition. The best way to check is to visit a doctor and check your BP.

Here are the World Health Organisation’s recommendations to reduce your risks.

Infographic: Hypertension, how to reduce the risks. Reduce your salt intake, engage in regular physical activity, maintain a healthy weight, eat fresh natural foods, do not smoke, follow medical advice. Issued by the Pan American Health Organization and the World Health Organization. How to reduce the risks?

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How to reduce your risks?

Reduce your salt intake
Engage in regular physical activity
Maintain a healthy weight
Eat fresh natural foods
Don’t smoke
Follow medical advice

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This page is written for general understanding and is not medical advice. It cannot take account of your own history, and a consultation is needed before any diagnosis or treatment. Written by Dr. Mahadevan R, MBBS, MS, MCh (CVTS), Chief Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Magnum Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram.