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Did You Know You Can Take Your Blood Pressure Using a Tape Measure and a Ring? This Is How…
Blood pressure refers to the force of blood on the walls of arteries as it travels. It can know the variations. It may notably increase and in this case we speak of hypertension. It is therefore necessary to control blood pressure, but also to adopt a healthy lifestyle, to avoid any inconvenience. Focus on risk factors and symptoms of hypertension and tips to reduce the risk of hypertension.
What is hypertension?
The pressure corresponds to a very high blood pressure. That is to say that the walls of the arteries suffer a lot more pressure than normal, which can damage and cause various health problems. In fact, high blood pressure can have serious health consequences if left unchecked. In the long term, it can lead to heart failure, retinal damage, kidney failure and cardiovascular disorders.
What are the risk factors associated with high blood pressure?
Various factors may intervene and affect the stability of blood pressure, making the risk of increased blood pressure more. These factors include:
- age
- Physical inactivity
- smoking
- The stress
- Obesity and overweight
- Alcohol consumption
- A diet high in salt
- Family history
According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), 50% of women and 30% of men between 65 and 75 years are hypertensive.
Generally, the risk of high blood pressure is increasing from 55 years, but nowadays, this problem affects even young people.
Symptoms of high blood pressure:
Hypertension is a condition that is often asymptomatic. However, some signs may be visible, namely:
- palpitations
- Headaches and dizziness
- Tiredness
- Nosebleeds
- drowsiness
Thus, regular monitoring of blood pressure is essential. The conventional method for measuring blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer. This allows us to have rapid results and shows two figures not always understandable. Indeed, the first number corresponds to the systolic pressure and the diastolic pressure to the second composing blood pressure.
Systolic pressure refers to the force with which blood is propelled towards parts of the body when the heart contracts.
Diastolic pressure is the pressure exerted on the arteries when the heart chambers fill with blood.
When the monitor indicates a value equivalent to or greater than 140/90, one can speak of hypertension. The optimal blood pressure should be below 120/80, Europe.
Tips to reduce the risk of high blood pressure:
Since hypertension is a disease closely linked to lifestyle, changes in the latter are the best measure to prevent it.
Adopt a healthy and balanced diet:
A balanced diet involves the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and especially good fats to maintain good heart health. Foods high in fat, sugar or salt are in turn to be banned. The sodium intake, especially, must be limited to reduce blood pressure. For this, it is advised to avoid the intake of processed foods, sausages, chips, canned foods … that contain large amounts of salt.
Furthermore, a potassium important contribution is recommended. Eat bananas, spinach or apples that are good sources of this mineral.
Play sports :
Having regular physical activity is a good way to control weight but also their blood pressure and maintain cardiovascular health. According to a study of 6000 men between 35 and 60 years, the risk of high blood pressure may decrease by 12% by walking for 11 to 20 minutes per day.
Avoid alcohol:
As aforementioned, excessive alcohol consumption is associated with high blood pressure. It is therefore recommended to limit or avoid alcohol to prevent this disease.
To manage stress :
It is imperative to move away from stressful situations and learning to manage stress to prevent many diseases, including hypertension.
The ideal is to turn to the tricks that help to relax as essential oil massages, meditation or yoga.
Watch the video below for detailed instructions.
Did You Know You Can Take Your Blood Pressure Using a Tape Measure and a Ring? This Is How…
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