Hypertension is one of the chronic diseases with a high prevalence in mainland China, according to the survey, the number of hypertension patients in mainland China has exceeded 300 million, with an average of one hypertension in every four people.
High blood pressure is extremely harmful, not only will lead to increased blood pressure, but also may induce other serious diseases, such as coronary heart disease, stroke, etc., posing a serious threat to physical health.
We always think that high blood pressure is far away from us, think that we are young, healthy and do not need to pay much attention to the disease. However, hypertension is a disease with a long incubation period and a high incidence, and many people develop this disease without knowing it.
High blood pressure, how much do you know?
High blood pressure is a common chronic condition also known as arterial hypertension. It refers to the continuous increase of blood pressure in the arteries, exceeding the normal range, long-term ineffective control, will cause damage to the heart, cerebrovascular, kidney and other organs, and even endanger life in severe cases.
It is widely believed that hypertension is a disease of the elderly, but in fact, high blood pressure can also affect young adults, especially those with high-risk factors, such as family history, obesity, smokers, excessive drinking, lack of exercise and irregular diet.
Many people with high blood pressure have no obvious symptoms, are not easy to detect in the early stage, and some people do not care even if they know that they have high blood pressure. Data show that 3 million people die of cardiovascular disease in the mainland every year, among which hypertension is an important cause that cannot be ignored.
Group 4 people are more likely to develop hypertension
1. Elderly people: With age, the function of various systems of the human body gradually declines, and the elasticity of blood vessels will also weaken, resulting in increased blood pressure.
2. Obese people: Obesity is one of the main risk factors for high blood pressure. Too much fat can cause narrowing of blood vessels and poor blood circulation, which can cause high blood pressure.
3. People with unhealthy diet: Foods high in salt, fat and sugar can easily lead to high blood pressure. In addition, a lack of nutrients such as dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals can also increase the risk of high blood pressure.
4. People who are in a state of stress for a long time: People who have been in emotional states such as tension, anxiety, and stress for a long time can easily lead to increased blood pressure, which can lead to high blood pressure.
High blood pressure is not scary, what is terrible is the complications
High blood pressure is not scary, but if left unchecked, it can lead to many serious complications. Here are five common complications of high blood pressure:
(1) Cardiovascular disease: hypertension is one of the main risk factors for cardiovascular disease, if blood pressure is not controlled in time, it may lead to coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction, heart failure and other diseases.
(2) Cerebrovascular diseases: high blood pressure will damage the cerebral vascular wall and increase the risk of cerebrovascular diseases, such as cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, etc.
(3) Kidney disease: High blood pressure can damage renal arterioles, resulting in glomerulosclerosis, renal function damage and other diseases.
(4) Reticulopathy: High blood pressure can lead to retinal vascular disease, causing vision loss, blindness and other symptoms.
(5) Metabolic diseases: hypertension is closely related to metabolic diseases such as diabetes and hyperlipidemia, which are easy to affect each other and cause complications such as cardiovascular disease.
5 kinds of vegetables, eat a little every day, blood pressure is getting more and more stable
1. Celery
Celery not only has high nutritional value, but also has the effect of lowering blood pressure and lowering blood lipids. Celery is rich in potassium, which can help balance sodium and potassium in the body, which lowers blood pressure.
In addition, celery contains compounds such as apigenin and coumarin, which are also thought to have blood pressure-lowering effects.
2. Onion
According to some studies, onions contain a substance called sulfide, which promotes the production of a chemical called nitric oxide, which dilates blood vessels and lowers blood pressure.
In addition, onions also contain some antioxidants that can help reduce the accumulation of oxidizing substances within blood vessels, further lowering blood pressure. However, note that the antihypertensive effect of onions is not very obvious.
3. Broccoli
According to studies, broccoli is rich in vitamin C, dietary fiber, potassium, calcium and other nutrients, especially rich in active ingredients such as rutin and sulfide, which can regulate blood vessels and lower blood pressure.
Therefore, regular consumption of broccoli helps to reduce the incidence of high blood pressure and has a significant health effect. At the same time, broccoli can also promote intestinal peristalsis and relieve symptoms such as constipation.
4. Spinach
According to modern nutrition research, spinach is suitable for people with high blood pressure, and it has the nutrients contained in other vegetables, including crude fiber, vitamins and minerals, which can prevent high blood pressure and prevent obesity.
5. Coriander
Coriander contains: potassium, calcium, folic acid, effectively lower blood pressure. But pay attention to oh, coriander will lose folic acid when exposed to high temperature, lose the antihypertensive effect, and it is not recommended to cook at high temperature. Eating coriander regularly helps prevent the occurrence of high blood pressure, heart disease and other diseases.
Finally, when you choose ingredients, you can start from these aspects, and you should try to avoid high-calorie, high-fat foods.
In addition, patients with high blood pressure need to take drugs strictly according to the doctor's advice to avoid repeated fluctuations in blood pressure. #守护健康血压 #