Hypertension health education

With the improvement of people's living standard and the acceleration of life rhythm, the prevalence of hypertension is getting higher and higher, which seriously threatens people's health. Patients with hypertension often have no feelings in the early stage and are recognized as "silent killers". Hypertension is a common chronic disease in the world with high incidence, high mortality and high disability rate. Hypertension is a risk factor for stroke, coronary heart disease, heart failure and renal failure.

What is hypertension?

Without taking antihypertensive drugs, blood pressure, systolic blood pressure 140mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure of 90mmHg were measured three times on the same day, which can be diagnosed as hypertension.

Who is prone to high blood pressure?

1. Overweight or obese

2. Have a family history of hypertension

3. Long-term excessive drinking: 100ml(2 ounces) of liquor every day.

4. The elderly population

5. Long-term diet with high salt content

How to prevent hypertension in life?

1. reasonable diet: the diet should be light, and the salt should not exceed 6 grams per day; Eat more vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins;

2. Regular exercise: such as walking and jogging, playing Tai Ji Chuan and doing radio exercises. The amount and time of exercise should depend on the individual's situation, age and physical strength;

3. Weight control: body mass index (BMI) (kg/m2)