Unmasking Hypertension

Understanding Hypertension: A Silent Assassin

In our bustling lives, healthy living can often take a back seat.

We speed through days, weeks, and months, dealing with workplace stress, or munching on junk food, unknowingly welcoming a silent and invisible predator into our lives – Hypertension.

Hypertension, or ‘high blood pressure’, is a chronic condition that manifests itself when the force against the artery walls is persistently high. WHO reports that Hypertension affects around 1.13 billion people worldwide. But fear not! We, at CleverCare, believe that with proper understanding and management, these stats can be significantly improved.

How Hypertension Impacts Your Health?

Prolonged Hypertension can lead to serious health conditions such as stroke, heart disease, kidney failure, and even eye problems. It's often deemed a silent killer since it rarely shows upfront symptoms and quietly wreaks damage on your most crucial organs.

A study published on PubMed pointed out that Hypertension accounts for 9.4 million deaths each year, globally, and is a leading risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.

Understanding Hypertension at Home

Being aware of your Blood Pressure (BP) levels and understanding how they fluctuate is a critical step towards achieving a healthier lifestyle. Regular checks can help in early detection. You can also use a home BP monitor for regular measurements.

You can decode your readings with this simple interpretative scale:

- Normal: BP Lower than 120/80 mmHg

- Elevated: Systolic between 120-129 and diastolic less than 80

- Hypertension: Systolic 130 mmHg or higher OR diastolic 80 mmHg or higher

If your readings consistently show elevated values, it's recommended to contact a healthcare professional.

Managing Hypertension at Home

While medication is crucial for managing Hypertension, adopting healthy lifestyle changes can go hand in hand with your treatments.

These home remedies serve as the first line of defense, reducing the chances of developing Hypertension and helping manage better.

Physical Well-being is Paramount

Engage in regular physical activity. Exercise increases blood flow and strengthens our heart muscles, making them more efficient at pumping blood. According to Mayo Clinic, regular exercise can lower your blood pressure by 5 to 8 mmHg.

Mental Wellness is Essential Too

Balancing mental peace with physical health is crucial in our fight against Hypertension. Stress can be a significant contributor to elevated BP levels. Therefore, incorporating practices like meditation, yoga, or any hobby that aids in relaxation can be advantageous.

Clever Dietary Choices

The American Heart Association recommends the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet. This includes a balance of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, and limiting sodium, sugar, and fat.

The Power of Reduction: Sodium and Alcohol

Excessive sodium and alcohol can raise blood pressure levels. WHO recommends reducing salt intake to less than 5 g per day, while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests moderate alcohol consumption.

Say ‘No’ to Tobacco

Tobacco increases your heart rate and narrows your blood vessels, making your heart work harder.

It’s a Community Fight

At CleverCare, we believe in a comprehensive approach to health that highlights the essence of community cooperation, physical activity, and mental peace.

We provide personalized wellness programs, mental health resources, nutritional guidance, and innovative approaches for managing health conditions like Hypertension.

Drawing inspiration from renowned articles and studies, our experts stress the importance of self-care and wellness. Our goal is to empower our members with the knowledge to lead healthier lives.

With Hypertension in the picture, everyone's contribution is significant. Together, let's create a hypertension-free world, one heart at a time.

Let’s embark on this wellness journey. For more information, feel free to contact us at CleverCare.

Warm Regards,

The CleverCare Team.