Causes of Hypertension

Causes of Hypertension

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Hypertension is a common health problem,afflicting americans everywhere and has tripled in kids in the last 30 years. It is a major risk factor for the development of the heart disease,stroke,kidney failure and congestive heart failure. Here is a list of what causes hypertension.

• High sodium intake
• high dietary saturated fat intake
• cigarette smoking
• heavy alcohol consumption
• obesity
• high stress lifestyle
• physical inactivity

So when you are considered hypertensive your blood pressure is usually 140/90 or higher. You want to be 120/80 or even a little lower to stay and remain healthy.

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