Remarkably, 1 in 3 people in the west are likely to have high blood pressure; even more remarkably, most people who develop this condition do not even know that they have it, and fail to seek medical attention early enough to prevent the disease from developing further. Anyone, including the very young, can develop high blood pressure simply from making the wrong lifestyle choices. Here are the top 8 high blood pressure risk factors to avoid:

1. Age

Although anyone of any age could develop high blood pressure, age is still one of the major predisposing factors to high blood pressure. Men in particular are more likely to develop high blood pressure from the age of 45 while women are more prone to this condition from the age of 65. It is important, though, for everyone to take preventive measures such as exercise and proper nutrition from as early as possible.

2. Gender

Recent studies have shown that, men have greater chances of developing high-blood pressure than women. As much as this is true, women still need to watch their diet and lifestyle.

3. Genetics

If there is a history of high blood pressure in your family, then you are much more likely to develop it at some point in life. This is not a hard and fast rule, though, so you don’t have to start panicking just yet. As long as you take the proper steps to prevent high blood pressure, your chances of developing this condition solely due to genetics, will be minimized.

4. Extra Weight

It has been proven that obesity can be a leading cause of high-blood pressure, so that extra fat around your hip and thigh, and belly has got to go.

5. Salt Sensitivity

Excess salt intake causes the body to retain more water in order to “clean” the system through sweat and urine. This process is capable of causing blood pressure to increase and is more pronounced in people with a high level of salt insensitivity.

6. Alcohol Consumption

By now, the many demerits of alcohol have been well documented and you must be very aware of just how bad excessive amounts of alcohol can be for your health. But even in relatively moderate amounts, alcohol consumption still poses a risk to health and to blood pressure in particular. Studies have found that just 3 glasses of alcohol, taken at a go, are enough to raise blood pressure but while this effect does not last, long term alcohol use and binge drinking will lead to a long term increase in blood pressure.

7. Stressful Lifestyle

Stressful situations cause a temporal increase in blood pressure due to the fact that under such circumstances, the body secretes hormones which cause heart rate to go up significantly. While there is some evidence to suggest that if this process occurs repeatedly over a long period of time, it could lead to long term high blood pressure, it is not clear if this is as a direct result of stress itself or of the behaviors associated with stress.

8. Medication

You might find it hard to believe that this could actually happen in today’s world of scientific advancement, but unfortunately, quite a lot of medication (both prescription and over the counter drugs), contain chemicals which could contribute to the development of high blood pressure. Always make sure to consult your doctor before taking any medication of any sort.

In general, a healthy lifestyle is sufficient to prevent the onset of high blood pressure, so remember to eat healthy and avoid excess amounts of salt, get some regular exercise, and of course have regular consultations with your doctor especially as you grow older.

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In great alarm it is important to recognize that heart disease has killed many men and women than any other disease for years, so it is critical to seek a healthier lifestyle.

With plenty of research and easy obtainable information, we can’t excuse that we didn’t know the risk factors of heart diseases or helpful ways to manage, control or prevent our health fate. The solution is to better adjust your lifestyle choices, this could be both in your diet or exercise to reduce what could lead to life changing heart complications.

Bellow is a list of suggested changes you could make to help you accommodate to a healthier lifestyle :

How can my diet and absence of exercise cause heart problems?

Certainly a lack of exercise and healthy foods can edge to bigger problems such as obesity. Your heart needs all the right ingredients so that it can continue performing properly. The wrong foods and your weight can play a major part in damaging your vascular system as well as your heart. Along side obesity comes laziness or a disability to exercise regularly, it is critical to have an active lifestyle, exercising at least 4 days a week for a minimum of 30 minutes. Depriving your body from cardiovascular exercise can be seriously damaging to more organs than just your heart, it can lead to high blood sugars and soaring cholesterol problems.

• Exercise regularly – If you cannot exercise everyday for a minimum of half hour then at least find time 3 to 4 days a week.
• Cardiovascular exercise – Run, jog, cycle or swim etc.
• Diet – Ensure you’re giving your body the right vitamins, nutrients and proteins daily. Remember that portion size can be a huge part of the problem too.

Additional Problems

In case you’ve missed the endless adverts on the TV and billboards, the number one catastrophic move you can make is to smoke daily. There is no other perspective you can take other than admitting that by smoking daily you are accepting defeat and practically digging your own grave, speeding up the process of aging skin way before your time. If you were to suffer from some sort of heart related issue such as cancer or lung disease at 70 you’ve now pushed that right down to an earlier age.

Learn how to Manage or Control Heart Related Concerns

• Blood pressure : A very common issue with many adults, high blood pressure unrecognized or untreated can lead to strokes and heart attacks. Ensure you make regular appointments with your entrusted doctor or nurse.
• Cholesterol : The source of major cardiac risks. Managing your cholesterol is done by a healthier diet, prescribed medication and exercise.
• Blood Sugar :  Another common concern is diabetes, high blood sugars boost the risk of heart diseases.

Unfortunately for us, we can’t run away from aging. In fact, the second we’re born every day of every second we are no longer new and our fate of aging creeps nearer. The phenomenal fantasy of the fountain of youth could have fooled me at one point, to go and hopelessly search for it but I’ve come to realize it just doesn’t exist. Although we can’t stop aging there is definitely ways you can be more in control, like choosing a healthier lifestyle with plenty of nutrient diets and a lot more exercise.

It’s time to face your fears, one of the most important changes you should be making to your new and healthier lifestyle is filling your plate with as much fruit and vegetable as possible.

What you need:

• Whole grains
• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Whole grains

Why are is this diet good for me?

The benefits of these ingredients is the compounds inside help defend against you against the conditions that you will face the older you get.

What problems will come with aging?

• High blood pressurre
• Heart disease
• Blindness and deafness
• Arthritis
• Diabetes
• Osteoporosis

Exercising Regularly

Once we hit a certain age, we all know how difficult burning calories becomes, eventually we even lose muscle. Try and fit in at least half an hour of exercise 3 times a week, it doesn’t have to be anything of high intensity but you do need to get your heart pumping. You must work off any extra pounds you might be carrying around with you to ensure you limit any chances of growth in high blood pressure, heart disease and even in some cases cancer.

However, if you’re someone who hasn’t exercised in a while it doesn’t matter. As long as you decide to start and stay consistent it will help prevent so many problems one of such being diabetes whilst at the same time helping you burn tones of calories, keeps you busy and away from stress. No matter the age, the more we exercise throughout the day the more peaceful our sleep will be at night.

The Importance of Vitamins.

• Vitamin D – Egg yolks, milk and fish
• Calcium – Orange juice, fish, low fat dairy / vegetables, broccoli
• Vitamin B12 – supplements and also cereal

Important.

Some amount of alcohol helps safeguard you from heart disease however too much can harm the effectiveness of the medication you take.

Detox

Evidently we all know the body does indeed clean itself naturally, however, it can only do this when given the chance to do so. Yes many people, particularly in the medical world, often dismiss the notion that we ever need to detox with the reasoning that the body detoxes all the time naturally, regardless of what we do.

Although this is very true, the best way to describe the situation is that if you always pollute the environment in which your cells bathe, then there will constantly be a degree of toxicity in our systems. Therefore, it is worthwhile to give your organs and digestive system an adequate recommended rest from the burden of all the processed foods we consume.

Tips: Keep Detox Simple, because all you really need is a juicer/blender, a flask, the appropriate fruit and veggies of your choice and, of course, the right attitude!

1. Prevent chronic disease.
   Environmental toxins are responsible for many cancers, neurological diseases, heart disease and strokes. Our bodies do have a built-in detox function to deal with these dangers, but those systems are constantly overloaded! Detoxing assists and improves what our bodies are trying to do naturally.
2. Remove toxins from the body.
   Long-term exposure to toxins (environmental pollutants, cancer-causing chemicals, preservatives, pesticides, heavy metals, and industrial waste) affects our metabolism, behavior, immune system, and leads to disease. They are stored in tissues and cells throughout the body, including the brain, often for years.
3. Lose weight.
   I’m sure you were all waiting for this one, toxins affect the body’s natural ability to burn fat, leading to weight gain. Diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure are directly linked to weight issues. Detoxing rids the body of toxins stored in fat cells and increases metabolism.
4. Enhance immune system function.
   A compromised immune system makes us vulnerable to colds and flus, affecting our quality of life and productivity. Regular detoxing helps strengthen immune system functioning and fights off infection.
5. Increasing energy.
   Making you mentally, physically, and emotionally more energized after detoxing. People tend to sleep better and need less of it.
6. Slow premature aging.
   Detoxing rids the body of free radicals and heavy metals partially responsible for aging. Detoxing helps to increase nutrient absorption, including antioxidants and vitamins that help fight oxidative stress.
7. Improve quality of life.
   Very simply our bodies don’t function very well when they’re loaded with toxins. We may have joint pain, headaches, digestive disorders, sleep problems, and lack of energy.
8. Mental and emotional clarity.
   When the body’s systems are aligned, a shift also occurs with our mental and emotional states. We can deal with more when we’re clear and grounded. We can make better decisions, analyze accurately, and see things differently.
9. Improve skin quality.
   Diet and environmental toxins undeniably affect skin. Detoxing improves acne, and strengthens hair and nails, and gives us a natural, healthy glow.
10. Restore balance to our body’s systems.
    Our digestive, nervous, and hormonal systems were designed to work together to achieve optimum health. When we overload them with toxins and unhealthy foods, these systems don’t work as well as they should and we get sick.
    Detoxing brings balance back and helps our systems function properly again.