If you want to keep BP under control, say goodbye to these 8 habits
Samira Vishwas October 05, 2025 05:24 AM

High blood pressure i.e. high blood pressure has become a problem that causes damage to the body from within without any noise. This is called “silent killer” because its symptoms are late, but the loss continues in advance. According to experts, every third person in India is struggling with the problem of blood pressure.

If it is not stopped in time, it can cause serious consequences such as heart disease, kidney failure and stroke. But it is also possible to avoid this danger, provided we know the eight habits or reasons and improve in time, which are working to increase blood pressure rapidly.

Consumption of more salt

The sodium present in salt affects blood pressure the most. Processed food, chips, pickles, salty etc. are found to be excessive salt, which gradually increases BP.

Lack of physical activity

Working sitting and distance from exercise increases pressure on heart and arteries, which makes BP unbalanced.

Junk and oily food

Diet rich in fast food, fried things and trans fats not only increases weight, but also leads to blood pressure rapidly.

Mental stress and anxiety

Constant stay in tension increases cortisol hormones in the body, which unbalanced blood pressure.

Genetic Causes (Genetics)

If someone in the family has a high BP, then you may also have more threats. Therefore regular checkup is necessary.

Smoking and alcohol consumption

Smoking and excessive alcohol shrinks blood arteries, which increases blood pressure.

lack of sleep

Not taking 7-8 hours of sleep deprives the body of rest and puts unnecessary pressure on the heart.

Not to check regularly

Many times people examine BP only when symptoms appear. But by then it is late. Regular monitoring makes it easy to control BP.

How to keep BP under control?

Walk 30 minutes daily

Reduce salt and fried food in food

Follow meditation, yoga and pranayama

Smoking and distance away from alcohol

Get sleep and avoid stress

Must check BP once in 6 months

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