Ways to Keep Your High Blood Pressure in Check

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Ways to Keep Your High Blood Pressure in Check
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High blood pressure (HBP) is the leading cause of
heart disease, which in turn, increases the risk
for cardiac emergencies, such as a cardiac arrest
or heart attack. Nearly 50 million Americans have
high blood pressure, and more than half of all
women over age 60 have it. The risk is higher for
individuals who are overweight, have a family
history, and those whose normal blood pressure is
naturally high.
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HBP is commonly referred to as the "silent
killer" as it can lead to serious illnessand
even deathif left untreated, why silent
because it usually has no identifying signs or
symptoms. Yes, you read that right, high blood
pressure can exist for years without any
noticeable symptoms. If left undiagnosed and
untreated, HBP can lead to serious complications,
such as kidney damage, heart attack or stroke,
aneurysm, heart failure.
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Its mainly during a routine examination that
people discover that they have the condition.
Another common time it is discovered is during a
womans first perinatal visit to an obstetrician
since regular visits to the doctor arent usually
a priority for most women, let alone new mothers.
It is essential that everyone has their BP
measured at regular intervals, routine blood
pressure screening is important for all adults
over the age of 18. The test gives two numbers-
the systolic pressure and the diastolic pressure.
120/80 mm Hg (millimetres of mercury) is normal
adult blood pressure.
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Keeping your high blood pressure in check 1.
Exercise regularly 2. Lose weight if you are
overweight 3. Reduce sodium intake 4. Take
medicines if prescribed 5. Limit alcohol
consumption
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If youre following a diet to help manage your
condition, be sure to steer clear of alcohol,
salt and fats (saturated and trans fats are bad
for both the heart and blood vessels). DASH
eating plan is recommended by doctors if you want
a more structured way to dive into a diet for
controlling your BP.
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It is often seen that many women take blood
pressure drugs, but still have high blood
pressure, especially older women. Reasons are
many ranging from not taking medicines as
prescribed, to taking incorrect amounts or at the
wrong times. Sometimes a drug may not lower their
BP enough. Its advisable that you consult with
your doctor about your BP level, who will most
likely prescribe medicines or lifestyle changes
for better health.
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It will be best to talk to your primary care
physician for any adult health care, New York
City needs including hypertension, diabetes,
asthma, HIV, obesity, Hep C and more.
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