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Are you getting angry too often? It might be a sign of this lifestyle disease
While occasional frustration is normal, frequent bouts of anger could be linked to more than just a bad mood. It might be a subtle sign of a significant lifestyle disease: high blood pressure (hypertension).
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is sometimes referred to as the "silent killer" because it never normally presents clear-cut symptoms. But emotional stimuli such as recurring anger, stress, and irritability could be warning signals that your blood pressure is getting out of balance. When you're angry, your body lets loose stress hormones that make your heart beat faster and your blood vessels constrict, temporarily increasing your blood pressure.
But if this becomes a habit, it can cause long-term damage.
According to Dr. Vijaya Parmar, Consultant, Non-Invasive Cardiology, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, 'Middle-aged people are particularly susceptible due to fluctuating hormone levels, increased stress from work or domestic duties, and lifestyle. Unchecked, high blood pressure can have a significant role to play in increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney issues.'
Treating this lifestyle disease does not necessarily involve making a complete change, but it does necessitate commitment to some significant changes:
• Eat smart: Adopt the DASH diet that is high in fruit and vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy and reduce salt and processed food
• Get moving: At least 30 minutes of moderate activity, such as brisk walking or cycling, on most days
• Manage stress: Regular daily activities such as deep breathing, meditation, or just spending time on hobbies can induce calm and balance
• Limit alcohol and caffeine: Moderation is also the key, as too much can raise BP
• Monitor regularly: Routine checks at home or with your doctor help keep track and adjust treatment if needed
Some more lifestyle changes are to lose extra weight and watch your waistline, Quit smoking. Get good sleep and stick to sleep schedule and Regular check on your cholesterol and blood sugar
If you're feeling angry too often, it's worth taking a deeper look; it could be your body's way of signaling that your blood pressure is on the rise. Early detection and consistent management can make all the difference.
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