With an incidence of 25%, is one of the most common diseases in the world. The fact that only produce symptoms that many people do not know suffering, which seriously impairs the prognosis. A good prevention is, therefore, the best treatment.
The heart is a powerful machine that sends the body about five liters of blood per minute. If blood pressure is excessive, can cause serious damage in our body, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Although in most cases unknown origin of hypertension, a number of factors that may predispose us to suffer. Control, we can prevent them from occurring or at least delay it to the fullest.
OVERWEIGHTObese people are at risk from 2 to 3 times higher than those found at your ideal weight. It was observed that, as weight increases, also increases blood pressure (per 10 kg more than the maximum pressure increased 3 mm / Hg and the minimum 2.2). One reason is that when you weigh more than necessary, increases sodium and water retention, a factor that worsens the prognosis of hypertension. Abdominal obesity (when excess fat accumulates around the waist) is more harmful than peripheral obesity called because, among other factors, is a risk for the heart.
Losing weight is one of the most rapid and effective in reducing blood pressure. A balanced diet low in salt and saturated fats not only make us lose weight but also improve our health and reduce the risk of conditions such as cholesterol or cardiovascular events (myocardial infarction, stroke, etc.)..
STRESS
Too much stress, especially if it lasts over time, stimulates the production of catecholamines (adrenaline-like substances) that make the heart beat faster and increases blood pressure, conditions that increase coronary risk.
When stress becomes chronic it is not easy to handle. If you can not change his life or work, experts recommend changing the behavior in certain situations. Relaxation techniques, especially those that give importance to the breath, are very useful.
Sedentary
According to a recent study, people with sedentary habits have a greater risk for hypertension. Exercise regularly practiced decreases heart rate and dilates blood vessels, reducing blood pressure.
The sports most recommended in case of hypertension are the resistance, such as walking, running, cycling, swimming ... all at an easy pace. Should be performed regularly (at least three times a week for one hour).
SNUFF
Snuff smoke is very damaging to the circulatory system. In addition, smokers must take medication for hypertension, react less to antihypertensive drugs as active ingredients are fully absorbed by the body. It has also been observed that smokers have altered the taste, they tend to over-salt their food.
People with hypertension who stop smoking reduce by more than 50% the risk of complications. Quitting is not easy to snuff, especially if it takes several years with this habit. In these cases, you should follow a program supervised by the physician.
SALT IN FOOD
This excessive seasoning makes the body retain more fluid than usual, increasing the pressure in the arteries and increases the risk of hypertension. Although the World Health Organization recommends not exceed 6 g. of salt a day, often exceed these liquids.
It has not only drastically reduce the salt added to the preparations, but also to avoid those foods that contain high amounts, for example, bread, cooked food, gas, water, juice concentrates, bottled sauces, cured meats, cured meats, olives, cheese, smoked or cured meats (ham), canned fish, the "sancks", etc. When you go to purchase, check the label of articles to verify its sodium content (the harmful component of salt).
OTHER FACTORS ALSO INFLUENCE
MEDICATIONSThe abuse of anti-inflammatory drugs can inhibit the production of prostaglandins, substances that lower blood pressure. Birth control pills may cause hypertension in 5% of cases.
LITTLE SLEEP
During sleep, the heart relaxes and blood pressure low. A study reveals that people who, for five years, sleep one hour less of the advice has a 37% higher risk of developing this disease.
APNEA
During the interruptions of breathing, blood pressure rises, so that 30% of people who suffer just had this disease.
