1 in 7 people suffer from this

According to the WHO, the number of adults suffering from hypertension rose from 594 million to 1.13 billion from 1975 to 2015. Hypertension is elevated blood pressure. It causes a serious threat to the heart, brain, and kidneys.

Risk factors

• Excessive salt consumption
• High intake of saturated and trans fat
• Low intake of fruits and vegetables
• Lack of any physical activity
• Consumption of tobacco and alcohol
• Being overweight (according to BMI)

Common symptoms

Most people with this disease are often unaware of it. Mainly because it has negligible warning symptoms:

• Irregular heart rhythms
• Early morning headaches
• Nosebleeds
• Vision changes
• Buzzing in the ear
• Chest pain
• Muscle tremors

Hypertension is also a major cause of premature deaths worldwide. It can also cause strokes and kidney failures in severe cases. Here are few ways to prevent it:

• Regular blood pressure checks
• Reduction of salt intake (less than 5g daily)
• Avoiding tobacco
• Reducing alcohol consumption
• More intake of fruits and veggies
• Regular physical activity
• Limited intake of saturated and trans fats

As we're all aware, prevention is better than cure. By following these measures, you can fight hypertension!