By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara
 MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK)
 General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner

What Is High Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure (hypertension) is one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide.

It is often called the “Silent Killer” because most people experience no symptoms until complications develop.

Uncontrolled hypertension significantly increases the risk of:

• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Kidney disease
• Heart failure
• Vision loss

The good news is that early diagnosis and proper management can help prevent these complications.

Common Risk Factors for High Blood Pressure

Several factors can contribute to hypertension, including:

1. Excess Weight and Belly Fat

Obesity and abdominal fat are strongly associated with elevated blood pressure.

2. High Salt Intake

Processed foods, restaurant meals, and packaged snacks often contain excessive sodium.

3. Physical Inactivity

Regular exercise helps maintain healthy blood pressure and improves overall cardiovascular health.

4. Diabetes and Insulin Resistance

High blood pressure commonly coexists with:

• Type 2 diabetes
• Prediabetes
• High cholesterol
• Fatty liver disease

5. Stress and Poor Sleep

Chronic stress and inadequate sleep may contribute to elevated blood pressure levels.

Symptoms of High Blood Pressure

Many people have no symptoms.

However, some individuals may experience:

✔ Headaches
 ✔ Dizziness
 ✔ Fatigue
 ✔ Shortness of breath
 ✔ Blurred vision

These symptoms are not specific and may appear only when blood pressure is significantly elevated.

Why Regular Screening Is Important

Since hypertension often causes no symptoms, regular blood pressure checks are essential, especially if you have:

• Family history of hypertension
• Diabetes
• Obesity
• High cholesterol
• Age above 30 years
• Sedentary lifestyle

Can High Blood Pressure Be Controlled?

Yes.

Management typically includes:

✔ Weight reduction
 ✔ Healthy eating habits
 ✔ Regular exercise
 ✔ Better sleep quality
 ✔ Stress management
 ✔ Medication when required

Lifestyle changes remain a cornerstone of long-term blood pressure control.

Hypertension Care at Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara

At Kayakalpa Clinic, Dr. Shruthi Thennati takes a comprehensive approach to blood pressure management.

Evaluation may include:

• Blood pressure assessment
• Blood sugar and HbA1c
• Lipid profile
• Kidney function tests
• Weight and metabolic assessment
• Lifestyle evaluation

The focus is not only on reducing blood pressure numbers but also on improving overall metabolic and cardiovascular health.

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