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Top 6 Proven Strategies for Daily High Blood Pressure Management

  Introduction Managing high blood pressure is crucial for maintaining long-term health, especially for those at risk of heart disease. Here, we explore six vital daily practices that can significantly influence your blood pressure levels. 1. Eliminate Smoking Smoking increases blood pressure temporarily, and habitual smoking can lead to sustained hypertension. Avoid all forms of tobacco, including smokeless products, to reduce health risks and manage blood pressure more effectively. 2. Maintain a Healthy Weight Being overweight often correlates with higher blood pressure. Shedding even a moderate amount of weight can have a significant impact on your blood pressure levels. Aim for a balanced diet and regular physical activity for gradual and sustainable weight loss. 3. Adopt a Heart-Healthy Diet A diet rich in vegetables, fruits, fish, whole grains, and low-fat dairy can help lower blood pressure. Limit salt intake, as it's a known contributor to hypertension. Consider the DAS

Hypertension in middle age is directly related to increased risk of brain damage in later life

 Recently, an international journal entitled "middle blood pressure is associated with the severity of white matter hyperintensities : analysis of the UK Biobank Cohort" In the study report, scientists from Oxford University and other institutions have found that in the elderly, blood pressure is higher than normal or is related to more extensive brain damage. In particular, the researchers also found a strong correlation between diastolic blood pressure between age 50 and brain damage later in life, even though diastolic blood pressure is considered to be in a healthy range. In this study, the researchers studied 37041 participants aged 40-69 from a biological sample bank, and collected MRI brain scan data of these participants. The researchers looked for a white matter high signal (WMH, white matter) In addition, the researchers also found that WMH was associated with the risk of stroke, dementia, physical disability, depression and decreased thinking ability. Wartolowska,