Lifestyle care is a crucial factor to prevent hypertension development
World Hypertension Day, celebrated on May 17, strengthens an urgent warning: taking care of cardiovascular health should not be postponed to advanced adulthood. Hypertension was previously diagnosed and previously and this reality requires further attention to prevention practices. Much beyond medicines, protection against early hypertension begins in daily choices – which is eaten, how much it moves, as is addressed with stress and even sleep quality. Small attitudes can now avoid serious complications in the future.
The teacher and coordinator of the nursing course of the ANHANGUERA da Serra College, Tatiane Almada, explains that hypertension is an important public health problem in Brazil and all over the world, a condition in which blood pressure is characterized by persistent elevation of blood pressure, leading to the risk of cardiovascular complications such as a heart attack, trait and renal failure. “Although hypertension is more common in adults, there is an increasing number of early diagnosis, especially among individuals under the age of 40,” he says.
Lifestyle as a decisive factor
According to the coordinator, the lifestyle is a crucial factor in the development of hypertension. Rich food sodiumSugar, saturated fats and transformed foods, added to the lack of physical activity, increases the probability of increasing blood pressure. In addition, stress and constant anxiety, which are often associated with the rapid rhythm of life, also play an important role in the development of the condition.
“Emotional and physical stress increases the levels of cortisolAn hormone that can directly influence blood pressure. When the body is subjected to this process constantly, the risk of hypertension becomes more evident, “explains Tatiane Almada.
Early symptoms and diagnosis
Hypertension is often silent because, most of the time, it has no obvious symptoms until complications occur. However, the difficulty of breathing, heachache Constant, tinnitus in the ears, excessive tiredness and difficulty in sleep can be signs of alert.
Tatiane Almada highlights the importance of early diagnosis and regular monitoring of blood pressure, in particular for those with a family history of hypertension or that have risk factors such as overweight, physical or high level inactivity stress.
“The examination of blood pressure should be done regularly, even for those who consider themselves healthy. First the diagnosis, the greater the chances of controlling hypertension and avoiding future complications,” he says.
High blood pressure prevention
To prevent hypertension before the age of 40, it is a fundamental adoption of healthy habits. The coordinator recommends a balanced diet, regular physical activity and stress management as essential measures to control blood pressure. Relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga and deep breathing can help reduce the effects of stress on the body.
“Preventing hypertension is possible with healthy choices in everyday life. This involves much more than taking drugs. It is necessary to change the routine, adopt Healthiest habits And look for regular follows -Up doctors. Early treatments are the best way to avoid serious problems in the future “, concludes Tatiane Almada.
By Bianca Lodi Rieg
Source: Terra
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