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Q. What are the common causes of high blood pressure?

A. Several factors can lead to the development of high blood pressure such as:

• Excessive salt consumption
• Sedentary Lifestyle
• Leading a stressful lifestyle
• Being insulin resistant
• Dietary habits that involve the consumption of food items with low content of potassium and magnesium
• Obesity
• Excessive drinking and smoking
• Aging

Q. Can high blood pressure be prevented?

A. Yes, making certain lifestyle changes can help you to prevent the onset of hypertension such as:

• Indulging in an outdoor activity that serves as a workout regimen, this can include walking, swimming, cycling, jogging or even dancing.
• Keeping your body mass index in the range of 18.5 to 24.9
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Reducing the intake of sodium to less than 2300 gms
• Putting a cap on alcohol consumption

Q. What should I do if I have high blood pressure?

A. If you are experiencing some or all of the symptoms associated with high blood pressure, you should promptly see a doctor. Depending on your condition, the physician will recommend a course of treatment that will involve a combination of two or more drugs. You may also be asked to make certain lifestyle changes. It is imperative to check your blood pressure regularly if you suffer from hypertension.