Question 1

What is the main cause of hypertension?

Accepted Answer

The most common causes of hypertension include smoking, obesity or being overweight, diabetes, having a sedentary lifestyle, lack of physical activity, high salt or alcohol intake levels

Question 2

What should be avoided in high BP?

Accepted Answer

Red meat, salt (sodium), and foods and drinks that contain added sugars. These foods can keep your blood pressure elevated.

Question 3

What is the normal BP by age?

Accepted Answer

For kids- 100/70mmhg, Adults- 120/80 and above 45 yrs- 130/80

Question 4

What is the main cause of hypertension?

Accepted Answer

The most common causes of hypertension include smoking, obesity or being overweight, diabetes, having a sedentary lifestyle, lack of physical activity, high salt or alcohol intake levels

Question 5

What to do when suddenly BP gets high?

Accepted Answer

Relax first and anxiety shoots the BP up. Take your medication (If you are a hypertensive) and seek medical help immediately

Question 6

When should we check BP?

Accepted Answer

The first measurement should be in the morning before eating or taking any medications, and the second in the evening.

What is the main cause of hypertension?

What is the main cause of hypertension?

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