Hypertension Causes and Ways to reduce it without Medication

Hypertension (HTN or HT), also known as high blood pressure(HBP), is a long term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated. High blood pressure typically does not cause symptoms. Hypertension is one of the major diseases that one develops because of a sedentary lifestyle. Hypertension refers to the increase in the blood pressure level. When the doctor says you are suffering from blood pressure (BP) or that you are Hypertensive, There are several ways to bring down the blood pressure level. I Will tell about ways other than Medication.

Causes of Hypertension

·      Sedentary lifestyle or no physical activities at all.

·      Overweight and obesity

·      Having an excessive amount of salt results in high blood pressure.

·      If the stress level is higher

·      Aging or getting older

·      High level of alcohol consumption as well as smoking

·      High intakes of tea or caffeine

·      Dehydration

·      Lack of sleep results in an increase in Blood pressure levels.

Following are the ways to reduce Hypertension

·      Do exercise or indulge in physical activity of a kind regularly. Regular exercise will help to drop down blood pressure. The exercise must consist of targeting more cardiovascular and strength training activities. Isometric contractions (Contracting holding movements) must be avoided in strength training.

·      Healthy food habit. Eating healthy food will result in dropping your hypertension levels. Specially Potassium-rich foods, Vegetables, especially leafy greens, tomatoes, potatoes, and sweet potatoes. whole day in taking consists of targeting all macronutrients (Protein, Carbs, and Fats) and micronutrients (Vitamins, Minerals).

·      Increase in water intake will also result in bringing down Hypertension. Minimum ten to twelve glass of water are recommended daily

·      Cut down on your Tea and Caffeine intake which will help to reduce blood pressure. Instead of tea or coffee go for green tea. Eat dark chocolate or cocoa.

·      Stop smoking as well as tobacco consumption. It helps to reduce blood pressure

·      Avoid consuming alcohol

·      Cut down on your salt intake if you are consuming excessively.

·      Reduce your body weight in fats. If you have more fat chances of hypertension is higher. Therefore it is important to maintain your BMI and fat percentage in the normal range.

·      Avoid taking excessive stress. Reduce your stress by meditating daily for a few minutes.