Hypertension: What It Is and How to Manage It

Hypertension: What It Is and How to Manage It

Hypertension: What It Is and How to Manage It

An estimated 108 million people in the United States are living with hypertension, known as “the silent killer.” If it’s left untreated, hypertension can increase your risk of stroke, heart and kidney failure and other conditions.

Cleveland Clinic experts break down common risk factors for hypertension, as well as lifestyle changes you can make today to be healthier and reduce your chances of developing this condition.

The information in this video was accurate as of 9.13.21 and is for information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority or your healthcare practitioner for advice.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:35 What is high blood pressure?
0:55 How do you measure your blood pressure?
1:39 Who is at risk for high blood pressure?
2:19 How you can check your blood pressure at home.
2:58 Make lifestyle changes to reduce your risk.

Resources:
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): Symptoms, Causes and Diet: https://cle.clinic/3j0Yu0p
Hypertension: Strategies to Control it: https://cle.clinic/3k89Ejb

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Content

1.39 -> You feel good.
2.66 -> You don't have any concerning symptoms,
5.18 -> but could you be living with the medical condition
7.51 -> known as the silent killer? (gentle inspirational music)
10.8 -> A whopping 45% of adults in the United States
14.44 -> are living with hypertension.
17.38 -> That's about 108 million people.
20.91 -> But hypertension doesn't usually cause symptoms.
24.16 -> It's known as the silent killer
26.15 -> because of all the damage it can do within the body
28.74 -> without showing any external signs at all.
32.64 -> Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure,
35.53 -> happens when your body pumps blood through your arteries
38.8 -> at a pressure that is consistently too high.
41.87 -> If it's left untreated,
43.42 -> hypertension can increase your risk of stroke,
46 -> heart, and kidney failure, and other conditions.
50.27 -> The only way to know if you have high blood pressure
53.22 -> is to have your blood pressure taken.
55.89 -> Your blood pressure reading has two numbers.
58.64 -> The top number is your systolic pressure,
61.45 -> the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats
63.89 -> and fills them with blood.
66.03 -> The bottom number is your diastolic pressure,
68.89 -> which measures the pressure in your arteries between beats
72.2 -> when your heart is at rest.
75.7 -> A normal blood pressure reading is less than 120/80.
80.57 -> Anything between 130/80 and 140/90
84.99 -> is considered stage 1 hypertension,
87.66 -> and should be closely monitored.
90.96 -> Anything higher than that indicates stage 2 hypertension,
94.68 -> and means you should take measures
96.37 -> to lower your blood pressure.
99.17 -> So who's at risk of hypertension?
101.48 -> Some people are at greater risk than others.
104.3 -> You may be at higher risk for hypertension
106.81 -> if you have family history of high blood pressure,
109.53 -> cardiovascular disease, or diabetes.
112.9 -> Other people at high risk for hypertension
115.51 -> include black Americans, people 55 and older,
119.7 -> people who don't get enough exercise,
121.96 -> smokers and heavy drinkers,
124.17 -> and anyone who eats a lot of salty foods.
127.52 -> You've probably had your blood pressure taken
129.63 -> at the doctor's office
130.82 -> when you put your arm into a pressurized cuff,
133.41 -> usually at the start of your appointment.
135.76 -> But you can also check your own blood pressure
137.85 -> using a home blood pressure monitor,
140.18 -> available online and at most pharmacies.
143.36 -> The best time to take your blood pressure
145.41 -> is first thing in the morning
146.97 -> before you take any medications.
149.34 -> Doctors recommend taking your blood pressure
151.3 -> three times in one sitting
153.32 -> to be sure you get an accurate read.
156.58 -> Each time you take your blood pressure,
158.74 -> keep a log of the details, including the average
161.61 -> of all three of your blood pressure readings,
163.79 -> the time of day it was taken,
165.58 -> your heart rate at the time of the reading,
167.72 -> and any other symptoms you're feeling at the time.
171.2 -> Take this log with you
172.68 -> if you need to speak with your doctor about hypertension.
176.07 -> And there's good news, you can make lifestyle changes
179.16 -> that can help lower your blood pressure
181.12 -> and reduce your risk of hypertension.
183.54 -> In addition to regularly testing your blood pressure
186.24 -> with a home monitor, you can manage your blood pressure
189.25 -> with a combination of diet, exercise, and medications.
194.14 -> Eat healthy foods that are low in calories, fat, and salt.
198.79 -> Try to consume fewer than 1,500 milligrams of sodium a day.
203.72 -> Get more physically active, choosing aerobic activities
207.26 -> like walking, biking, and swimming.
209.82 -> Even simple physical activities
211.59 -> can have an impact on blood pressure.
214.41 -> Quit smoking and limit your alcohol intake.
217.69 -> Having more than one drink a day
219.4 -> can raise your blood pressure.
222.2 -> Work on controlling your anger and managing stress,
225.38 -> which can raise your blood pressure
227.09 -> and contribute to hypertension.
229.93 -> Hypertension can also be managed
231.9 -> with a variety of medications.
233.93 -> To figure out the best medication for you,
236.32 -> your healthcare provider will take into account
238.56 -> any other conditions you have,
240.4 -> including heart or kidney disease,
242.56 -> and any other drugs you're taking.
245.21 -> There's no doubt about it, the silent killer is a scary one.
249.5 -> But with some positive lifestyle changes
251.88 -> and a little bit of guidance from your doctor,
254.15 -> your hypertension can be managed and well controlled.
258.507 -> (gentle music)

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