What is Hypertension?

The force exerted by a person's blood on the walls of his or her blood vessels is known as blood pressure.

The resistance of the blood arteries and the amount of labor required by the heart determine the pressure. Nearly half of all individuals in the United States have high blood pressure, although many of them are unaware of their condition. Hypertension is a leading cause of heart disease, stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and aneurysm. Blood pressure control is essential for maintaining health and lowering the risk of certain hazardous disorders. The systolic and diastolic pressures are measured separately in blood pressure. As the heart contracts to pump blood to the peripheral organs and tissues, the systolic pressure (the greater pressure and the first value recorded) represents the force that blood exerts on the artery walls. The diastolic pressure (the lower and second value measured) represents the remaining pressure put on the arteries as the heart relaxes between beats. When blood pressure rises to or above 140/90 mmHg (140 millimetres of mercury over 90 millimetres of mercury), it is diagnosed as hypertension. The systolic and diastolic pressures are combined to form blood pressure. As the heart contracts to pump blood to the peripheral organs and tissues, the systolic pressure (the greater pressure and the first value recorded) represents the force that blood exerts on the artery walls. The diastolic pressure (the lower and second value measured) represents the remaining pressure put on the arteries as the heart relaxes between beats. When blood pressure hits or exceeds 140/90 mmHg (140 over 90 millimetres of mercury), hypertension is diagnosed. Lifestyle adjustments are the standard, first-line treatment for hypertension. Some recommendations are as follows: Regular physical exercise: 1. walking
2. jogging
3. cycling
4. swimming
To cope with stress, people should avoid drinking alcohol or using recreational drugs, since these might lead to high blood pressure and hypertension consequences. Smoking has also been linked to an increase in blood pressure. Smoking cessation or avoidance lowers the risk of hypertension, major heart disease, and other health problems.