Breaking the fault zone: hypertension is not a patent for the elderly!

High blood pressure, which is usually seen as a problem of “age-old” people, is highly skewed. In fact, an increasing number of young people have also begun to experience hypertension in recent years. According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), around 1 billion people globally suffer from hypertension, a significant proportion of whom are young adults. Understanding the causes, hazards and how to prevent this widespread health problem is essential. This paper will explore in depth the reality of high blood pressure, break down traditional misconceptions and help to better understand and prevent this invisible killer.High blood pressure is not “geriatric disease”Most traditional perceptions of hypertension are that only older persons, especially those over 60, suffer from hypertension. However, modern medical research has found that such a perception is highly incorrect. Indeed, as lifestyles change, an increasing number of young people, especially adults between 30 and 40 years of age, are also beginning to face the threat of hypertension. According to the Chinese Report on Cardiovascular Health and Diseases 2020, there are currently some 240 million high blood pressure patients in China, including close to 20 million in the 30-39 age group. This phenomenon reflects the trend towards the rejuvenation of hypertension, which often hides unhealthy habits such as irregular diets, high-salt diets, sitting tights and lack of exercise.Potential hazards of hypertension: invisible killersHigh blood pressure is a key risk factor for many major diseases such as heart disease, stroke and kidney failure, and in many cases patients do not realize that they already have high blood pressure and do not receive attention until complications arise. As a result, hypertension is often referred to as “invisible killers”.1. Cardiovascular disease: Long-term hypertension increases the heart burden and increases the risk of coronary heart disease and heart failure. High blood pressure leads to damage to the vascular wall, hardening the artery and further inducing heart disease. stroke: hypertension is one of the most important risk factors for stroke (in the brain). High blood pressure causes a thicker and less elastic vascular wall, which can easily cause a broken vascular or embolism, leading to a stroke. 3 Kidney damage: Hypertensive pressure accelerates the sclerosis of kidney small vessels, affects kidney function, can cause kidney failure in serious cases and even requires dialysis treatment. Visual impairments: Hypertensive pressure can affect the health of the arteries at the end of the eye, leading to retinal disorders, impacting on the eyesight, and can cause blindness if severe. The health effects of hypertension are far-reaching and multifaceted, and that is why it requires a high level of attention at all ages. III. Main cause of hypertension: more than geneticAlthough genetic factors play a role in the occurrence of hypertension, they are not the only determining factor. The occurrence of hypertension is influenced by a number of factors, including:Unhealthful eating habits: High salt, fat and sugar diets, especially over-ingestion of processed foods and fast meals, are one of the main causes of hypertension. Excessive sodium ingestion leads to water retention in the body, increasing blood capacity and increasing blood pressure. 2. Lack of exercise: The prevalence of a long-suspensive lifestyle in modern people and the long-suspension, can lead to poor blood circulation and increased body weight, leading to high blood pressure. Sport can help reduce blood pressure in the body and improve cardiovascular health. 3. Psychological stress: Long-term psychological stress, anxiety and depression emotional problems can also affect rising blood pressure. Pressure hormones (e.g. adrenaline) can constrict the blood vessels, resulting in increased blood pressure. Obesity: Obesity is closely related to hypertension. Excessive weight increases the burden on the heart, resulting in increased blood pressure. The accumulation of fat, especially in the abdomen, makes it easier to induce high blood pressure. 5. Overdrinking and smoking: Prolonged drinking and smoking can directly damage the inside of the veins and lead to increased blood pressure. Sleep problems: People with poor sleep quality, especially snoring or sleeping respiratory retardation, usually face higher hypertension. The lack of adequate deep sleep affects normal fluctuations in blood pressure. IV. How to prevent hypertension?Prevention of hypertension begins with a drop in daily life, and a healthy lifestyle is key. The following are effective prevention recommendations:1. Healthy diet: Reduce salt intake, which should be controlled below 5 g per day. Increase in foods rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains and nuts. These foods help maintain normal blood pressure. Maintaining appropriate weight: Healthy weight not only reduces the occurrence of hypertension but also other risk factors associated with hypertension, such as diabetes mellitus and high cholesterol. 3. Motion: At least 150 minutes per week, aerobics of moderate strength (e.g., run, jogging, swimming, etc.) can help improve cardiovascular health and reduce blood pressure. 4. Management of stress: Learning to manage stress, meditation, deep breath, yoga or other relaxation exercises to help reduce blood pressure. 5. Prohibition of smoking and alcohol: cessation of smoking and reduction of alcohol intake can significantly reduce the risk of hypertension. Alcohol intake should not exceed two cups per day, and it is best to keep it moderate. Regular monitoring of blood pressure: High blood pressure is a “silent killer” and regular measurements of blood pressure, especially among adults over 30 years of age, can help detect blood pressure abnormalities in a timely manner and intervene as soon as possible. Concluding remarksHigh blood pressure is not just a patent for older persons, but young people should also take into account the threat of this invisible killer. We can effectively prevent hypertension and maintain cardiovascular health through measures such as improved diet, increased exercise, stress reduction and regular examinations. It is hoped that this article will help break common misconceptions about hypertension and take active measures to protect your heart from the health risks posed by hypertension. While focusing on the health of older persons, please do not neglect young people around us. Timely prevention and intervention are key to our common ownership of a healthy future.