Hypertension Is Preventable
Hypertension — or high blood pressure — is often called the “silent killer” because it rarely shows obvious symptoms until serious damage has already been done. Yet it is one of the most preventable chronic conditions when caught and managed early.
What Is Hypertension?
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. When this force is consistently too high, it strains the heart, damages blood vessels, and significantly raises the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. A reading above 140/90 mmHg is generally classified as hypertension.
Key Risk Factors
High salt (sodium) intake
Sedentary lifestyle and obesity
Chronic stress
Excessive alcohol consumption
Smoking
Family history and genetic predisposition
Age (risk increases with age)
Prevention Strategies
Reduce salt intake — aim for less than 5g per day
Exercise regularly — at least 30 minutes of moderate activity most days
Maintain a healthy weight
Limit alcohol and quit smoking
Manage stress through meditation, yoga, or breathing exercises
Get regular blood pressure checks
Know your genetic risk — some people are genetically “salt-sensitive” and need stricter dietary management
Know Your Hypertension Risk Before It Strikes
Genomepatri by MapmyGenome screens your genetic predisposition to hypertension, salt sensitivity, and cardiovascular disease — helping you personalise your diet and lifestyle before blood pressure becomes a crisis.
