Why High BP is a Big Threat to Our Heart?

GURGAON, India - Nov. 13, 2018 - PRLog -- High blood pressure is something that affects at least one adult from every household. The problem is very common and can affect both male and female. Blood pressure refers to the pressure by which the blood pumped by the heart flows in our veins and arteries. Normal the blood pressure of a person lies somewhere between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg. However if the blood pressure of a person is higher than 140/90mmHg, he's said to be suffering from high blood pressure. Although high blood pressure can affect any person but is more common in people above 65 years of age. Obesity is another leading factor that can lead to high blood pressure. The problem can be genetic as well which means that it runs in the family. Apart from all these factors, high blood pressure can also be triggered by excessive consumption of salt, lower consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, stagnant lifestyle, smoking and irregular sleep cycles.

The human heart is a very sensitive organ, however, it performs one of the most important functions of human body, i.e. It pumps blood to the various different organs and makes sure that all these organs receive a continuous supply of oxygen. The heart along with its various blood channels which include the arteries and the veins is also responsible for carrying the deoxygenated blood from the various different organs back to the lungs where it is loaded with oxygen. The blood channels can get affected by a number of reasons that can hinder the normal flow of blood. One of the major culprits that can affect the normal flow of blood is the plaque. Plaque refers to the unwanted salt, oil and cholesterol particles that can get deposited on the walls of our arteries and veins and create a barrier against the free flow of blood. If the normal flow of blood gets hindered, it naturally increases the pressure on the walls of the arteries.

If you have been detected with the problem, it is very important to keep your blood pressure under control by following simple lifestyle practices. Patients suffering from high blood pressure should lower down the consumption of salt. Obesity is one of the major factors that can lead to hypertension or high blood pressure. It is very important to keep your weight under check so as to avoid the problem. This can be done by exercising regularly. The diet of a patient suffering from high blood pressure should be monitored very carefully and it should be made sure that his diet mostly consists of green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits. Unhealthy fats like saturated oil, beef, pork, certain dairy products etc should be avoided. Instead, healthy fats like avocado, grains and low-fat dairy products can be consumed.

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One of the most popular diets recommended to patients suffering from high blood pressure is the DASH diet which includes minimising the intake of fat, sodium and alcohol.

It is very important to put an end to your nicotine addiction. Cigarette smoke contains chemicals that have a tendency of raising the blood pressure of a person for some time. In case you are a chain smoker, your blood pressure may remain elevated for a longer period of time. Chainsmokers are at a higher risk of developing high blood pressure. Even passive smoking can trigger high blood pressure and is extremely harmful to pregnant women.

Apart from smoking, alcohol consumption is also a leading factor that can lead to increased blood pressure. Alcohol can severely damage your veins and arteries and drastically impact the normal flow of blood. Hence it is advisable to cut down on your consumption of alcohol. You can even enrol yourself in a de-addiction centre to help you with this problem.

Stress and anger can also elevate your blood pressure levels and hence it is very important to stay away from all kinds of unnecessary stress and try to manage your anger in order to normalise your blood pressure level. Even the family members of the patient should make sure that at the patient is kept in a happy atmosphere. Pregnant women who are suffering from high blood pressure should visit a gynaecologist at regular intervals to avoid any complications in future ensure the safety of the baby. In case of extremely high blood pressure, your doctor may prescribe certain oral medications. These should be taken on time and in case of any complication a doctor should be consulted immediately.

Dr. Amit Kumar Chaurasia
Heart Valve Therapy
Artemis Road, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana 122001
Mail ID - amitkumarchaurasia@gmail.com
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