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Tips On How To Live Long With Hypertension by udomoh(m): 9:17am On Jun 24, 2019 |
An article on tips on how to live long with hypertension, & home remedies for high blood pressure that really works. A person is diagnosed of hypertension when he or she has a persistently high blood pressure of greater than or equal to 140/90 on two visits to the clinic. A blood pressure of 160/100 is considered hypertension especially if the risk factors are there. To cut the long story short, I want to share with us salient tips on how to live long with hypertension (high blood pressure). Persons with high blood pressure can lead their normal lives and achieve their live goals. The goal is to avoid complications of hypertension like stroke, kidney failure, blindness, leg ulcers and so on So now, how can one live long with hypertension? It is easy. See below. How to live long with high blood pressure Accept you are hypertensive No self pity Take your drugs regularly Take your drugs as prescribed Don’t miss your drugs Please don’t stop taking your drugs Please refill your drugs when it finishes Exercise Reduce your weight- know your BMI Eat healthy meals Avoid fatty diets Don’t smoke No to alcohol. At best cut down on alcohol. Say no to anything that will stress you Live happy Make peace with all men Always check your blood pressure Have a blood pressure machine to monitor your blood pressure at home Always talk to your doctor or health care providers Avoid noisy environments Don’t keep it secret, let your trusted family members know. Don’t miss appointment with your doctor Listen to soft music Please make your environment as serene as possible Don’t miss your drugs Please know the complications of hypertension Know thyself. Take note of the signs and symptoms you have when you suspect your blood pressure is high Go for routine renal function test Go for routine renal scan Do urinalysis at least every 3 months Go for routine chest radiograph You will benefit from routine ECG No herbs please Reduce your salt intake. Low sodium diet Please do not add uncooked salt to your meals See the Ophthalmologist for routine eye check Please know the names of your drugs. If possible memorize them Avoid caffeinated drinks Please no energy drinks Reduce foods that contain high cholesterol Talk to your doctor about any complications of your hypertensive medications Go for routine blood sugar check Don’t patronize quacks If possible join the hypertensive support group. Tell your trusted colleagues about your high blood pressure Ensure you sleep well Savour the beauty of nature Visit friends Go for outings, picnics or field trips Eat plenty of fruits Yoga, meditation, guided breathing and other relaxation techniques helps control hypertension Tell yourself life does not end with hypertension. Get that job, build that house, start that business, get that qualification and start a family. Don’t faith it. It is not spiritual https://nimedhealth.com.ng/2019/06/23/tips-on-how-to-live-long-with-hypertension/?amp 1 Like
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