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World Health Organization (WHO) According to , 128 crore people all over the world have the problem of high blood pressure i.e. hypertension. According to a study by the American Heart Association published in the year 2023, the problem of blood pressure increases during cold weather.
High blood pressure means that there is difficulty in blood circulation throughout the body. During this period the pressure on the walls of the blood vessels increases. They start becoming weak and the arteries start getting blocked. This is why the risk of cardiovascular disease also increases in winter. Every year 1 crore 80 lakh people die due to heart disease all over the world.
so today ‘medical certificate‘I will know why blood pressure increases in winter. You will also learn that-
- Can we manage blood pressure without taking medicine?
- What changes in diet are necessary in case of hypertension?
Risk of blood pressure increases in winter
When the temperature drops in winter, our brain gives a message to the body that the major organs of the body need heat to stay alive. As soon as the message is received, the body increases blood flow towards the heart. After this, the blood vessels become tight so that the blood again goes to other organs in less quantity and remains around the heart. Blood pressure increases as the arteries become hard and narrow. This is the reason that as cold increases, the risk of blood pressure also increases.
Neurologist Dr. Animesh Gupta says that this is why there is a need to monitor blood pressure more in winter.
What complications can occur due to increased blood pressure?
Due to high blood pressure, there is a lot of pressure on the walls of the arteries. Due to this, blood vessels and many organs of the body can be affected. Dr. Animesh Gupta says that the higher the blood pressure and the longer it remains in uncontrolled condition, the greater the damage.
Some common questions related to high blood pressure and their answers
Question: What is the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure?
answer: The blood pressure machine shows two readings. The upper reading is called ‘systolic’ and the lower reading is called ‘diastolic’ blood pressure. Systolic pressure means the pressure reading taken at the time of heartbeat. Diastolic pressure means the pressure reading taken between two heart beats. This pressure is measured in mercury per milliliter, hence it is written as mm Hg.
Question: What reading of blood pressure is called hypertension?
answer: A blood pressure reading of 120/80 is considered normal. Apart from this, understand at what stage of blood pressure it is kept:
Normal blood pressure: When blood pressure is 120/80 mm Hg or less.
Elevated blood pressure: When systolic pressure is 120 to 129 mm Hg and diastolic pressure is not more than 80 mm Hg.
Stage 1 Hypertension: When the systolic pressure is between 130 to 139 mm Hg or the diastolic pressure is between 80 to 89 mm Hg.
Stage 2 Hypertension: When systolic pressure is 140 mm Hg or more or diastolic pressure is 90 mm Hg or more.
Question: For those who do not have hypertension, do their chances of getting it increase in cold?
answer: If someone’s blood pressure readings are in elevated mode then he may be at higher risk of hypertension. This means that if the systolic pressure is 120 to 129 mm Hg and the diastolic pressure is close to 80 mm Hg, then the risk of hypertension increases as the cold increases.
Apart from this, people whose blood pressure is normal, the risk of elevated blood pressure increases due to extreme cold.
Question: What signals does the body give when blood pressure is high?
answer: Most people do not show any symptoms when blood pressure is high. Many times people’s blood pressure is in emergency situations. Despite this they are unable to find out about it.
Some people may experience these symptoms when blood pressure increases:
- Headache
- Chest pain
- back pain
- difficulty breathing
- difficulty speaking
- nosebleeds (nosebleeds)
- sexual dysfunction
Question: Do I have to take more medicines for hypertension in winter?
answer: No, that doesn’t happen. If there is no complication due to increasing cold then the usual medicines are sufficient. However, if the temperature drops, the doctor may increase the dosage of medicines to manage blood pressure.
Question: What will happen if blood pressure is high and you are not taking medicine?
answer: If blood pressure remains continuously high then not taking medicine can definitely have serious consequences. If left untreated, high blood pressure can increase the risk of many health problems. For example, heart attack, stroke or kidney disease may occur. If blood pressure increases too much, it can lead to heart failure or it is possible that someone may lose his eyesight.
Question: Can we manage blood pressure without taking medicine?
answer: Yes, of course you can. Even if you are not taking medicines to manage blood pressure, it can still be managed. However, in case of stage 2 hypertension, consult a doctor.
Do these 10 things to manage blood pressure without taking medicine:
- First of all lose weight. Reduce fat around the waist.
- Exercise or jog for at least 30 minutes every day.
- Take a healthy diet. Eat whole grains, vegetables and low-fat dairy products.
- Reduce the amount of salt and sodium in food. Don’t eat processed food.
- Reduce or avoid alcohol consumption.
- Quit smoking.
- Get at least 7 hours of sound sleep every day and sleep early.
- Manage stress of body and mind.
- Keep checking blood pressure regularly at home.
- Keep your cholesterol level and blood sugar under control.
Question: What is the best way to manage blood pressure in winter?
answer: If you have high blood pressure problem then avoid exposure to cold. Do not leave the house very early in the morning or evening. Complete important work during day time only. Always wear warm clothes when going out somewhere or at home.
Question: If you have hypertension, what should you eat and what should you not eat?
answer: If you have high blood pressure problem then avoid these:
- very fried food
- processed food
- red meat
- a lot of salt
- Coffee
- Sugar
- Liquor
- Cigarette
You should eat and drink these things:
- seasonal fruits
- fresh green vegetables
- Whole grains
- 8-10 glasses of water a day
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