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High Blood pressure or hypertension is one of the most common but also one of the most dangerous health related problems. Each year thousands die because of high blood pressure. Most of the time common signs of this disease are ignored.

According to a WHO report in 2022, more than 188 million people in India suffer from high blood pressure. High blood pressure has become a preventable cause of death. And as you become older there is a danger of becoming a patient of high blood pressure.

A recent WebMD study reported the top reasons why your blood pressure is increasing. The report also revealed that your daily habits and diet can be a cause of high blood pressure problems too. The report also suggests that improving daily habits and lifestyle can help you to avoid blood pressure.

Let's see 8 common habits that could be the reason for your blood pressure.

Consuming Sugar
The report highlights that added sugar in advance can increase your systolic pressure by 15 points and diastolic by 9 points, making it a major risk for your health. Added sugar can be found in large amounts in soft drinks and processed sweet food.

Having Sleep Apnea
If you are suffering from sleep apnea, then there's a major chance you can have high blood pressure.
Sleep apnea causes natural disruption during nighttime by releasing stress hormones and reducing oxygen levels, which increases pressure on cardiovascular activity. To avoid sleep apnea, you should lose weight and avoid alcohol and sedatives before sleep.

Taking Antidepressants
Antidepressants, especially those related to mood and mental health, can prove fatal if taken without proper prescription. Each time, a doctor should be consulted regarding antidepressants and mixing them with other drugs such as venlafaxine and MAOIs. Without proper consultation, it can cause you hypertension.

Talking a Lot
Weird but true, while talking, you express your emotions—especially when talking about personal topics related to you. This could emotionally stir you up and increase your blood pressure. To avoid this, you should have control over your emotions. Practicing yoga and meditation helps to learn patience and emotional control.

Not Drinking Enough Water
Dehydration is a condition where you don't have enough water in your body. It makes your blood vessels narrow and increases pressure on the heart, triggering chemical imbalances. So, don't forget to drink more water and keep yourself hydrated enough.

Having Decongestants
Sometimes, these home remedies can prove fatal if not taken care of properly. Decongestants prompt your blood vessels to shrink. This puts pressure on cardiovascular activity and stress on your heart, which leads to high blood pressure.

Not Having Enough Potassium
If you have low potassium, then it can disrupt your sodium balance, even without eating salt, and cause fluid buildup in the kidneys, leading to high blood pressure. To avoid this, you can include foods and vegetables such as spinach and green peas in your daily diet.

Having Acute Pain
Acute pain is a type of pain which is felt in an instant, such as dipping your hand in ice or touching something hot. It can also cause an increase in blood pressure, but only for a short period of time. To avoid acute pain, one should pay attention to their surroundings and avoid any dangers which can hurt them.

Various reports have proved that many health problems, including blood pressure, can be caused by an unhealthy lifestyle.
It has now become clear that to keep the body healthy, you have to maintain a clean and healthy lifestyle.