Scientifically proven risk factors for hypertension

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More than 12 million Ukrainians suffer from high blood pressure. It is all the more important to know about the risk factors for this disorder, which greatly increases the risk of stroke.

Overweight and obesity. In obese victims, the excessive amount of adipose tissue under the skin increases the resistance of blood vessels, which forces them to work harder to pump blood. This is what leads to increased blood pressure.

Sedentary lifestyle. Lack of physical activity, in turn, leads to overweight and obesity. And these factors contribute to an increase in blood pressure.

Smoking. One of the most harmful habits for human health. Tobacco smoke causes narrowing of blood vessels and a decrease in the concentration of oxygen in the blood. The result is increased blood pressure.

Alcohol consumption. When you drink too much alcohol, you also gain weight. In general, alcohol contributes to blood pressure spikes.