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What should be avoided in high BP?

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What should be avoided in high BP?

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

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What is the normal BP by age?

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

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What should be avoided in high BP?

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

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What is the main cause of hypertension?

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

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When should we check BP?

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

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What to do when suddenly BP gets high?

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

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