High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition in which the pressure exerted by the blood on the walls of the blood vessels increases. It is often called the "silent killer" because its symptoms are often not apparent.

The main reasons for high blood pressure are as follows:

Main reasons for high blood pressure
Lifestyle factors:

Excessive salt intake: Excessive salt (sodium) in the diet causes the body to retain water and increase blood pressure.

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Lack of exercise: Lack of physical activity causes the heart to beat faster and increase pressure in the blood vessels.

Obesity: When the body gains weight, the heart has to work harder to pump blood, which increases blood pressure.

Genetics: If your parents or close relatives have high blood pressure in your family, you are more likely to develop it.

Age and gender: It is natural for blood vessels to become less flexible as you age. Men over 45 and postmenopausal women are at higher risk.

Substance abuse: Smoking and alcohol consumption narrow blood vessels and put more strain on the heart.

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Mental stress: Continuous mental stress and anxiety increase the heart rate and raise blood pressure both temporarily and in the long term.

Other diseases: High blood pressure is very common in people with diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid disorders, and sleep apnea.

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition in which the pressure exerted by the blood on the walls of the blood vessels increases. It is often called the “silent killer” because its symptoms are often not apparent.