Understanding Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

Hello everyone. Today we are exploring hypertension, a common but serious health condition.

Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries.

The top number, systolic, measures the pressure when your heart beats and pumps

blood. The bottom number, diastolic, measures the pressure when your heart

rests between beats. Hypertension is often called the silent killer because most people have no

visible symptoms. Over time, high pressure can damage arteries, leading to heart

disease or even a stroke. Common risks include high salt intake, lack of exercise,

and high levels of daily stress. Managing your blood pressure through a healthy diet and