Risk factors

Risk factors
Non modifiable risk factors
a) Age risk of hypertension increases with age.
b) Genetic factors risk is more in black Americans & in Japanese. also children to hypertensive parents are more vulnerable


Modifiable risk factors
a) Obesity greater the weight greater the risk of high BP.
b) Salt intake a very important factor. People taking high salt intake usually have higher readings.
c) Diet rich in saturated fatty acids increases risk of hypertension. It also leads to development of atherosclerosis further worsening the condition.
d) Physical activity. If you are sedentary worker we advise you to go for at least 20 minutes walk daily, it decreases risk of hypertension by 80%. Toning of muscles increases cardiac muscle efficiency. Plus you will also loose some weight