More Presentations from Dr.Naina Mohamed Pakkir Maideen
© Hypertension (High blood pressure) is a long term medical condition in which the force of the blood against artery walls is high.
© Blood pressure is determined by Heart Rate (HR), Stroke Volume (SV) and Peripheral Vascular Resistance (PVR).
© Blood pressure is determined by Heart Rate (HR), Stroke Volume (SV) and Peripheral Vascular Resistance (PVR).
© Hypertension is a major risk factor for…
Ø Coronary artery disease
Ø Stroke
Ø Heart failure
Ø Peripheral vascular disease
Ø Vision loss
Ø Chronic kidney disease.
© Hypertension is classified as…
Ø Primary (Essential) Hypertension
Ø Secondary hypertension.
© Risk factors of Hypertension include…
Ø Excessive salt consumption
Ø Obesity or Overweight
Ø Smoking
Ø Stress
Ø Physical inactivity
Ø Age
Ø Race
Ø Family history
© Symptoms (rarely accompanied)
of Hypertension may include…
Ø Headaches (Particularly at the back of the head and in the morning)
Ø Lightheadedness
Ø Vertigo
Ø Tinnitus (Ringing in the ears)
Ø Altered vision
Ø Fainting episodes
© Lifestyle changes to treat Hypertension include…
Ø Headaches (Particularly at the back of the head and in the morning)
Ø Lightheadedness
Ø Vertigo
Ø Tinnitus (Ringing in the ears)
Ø Altered vision
Ø Fainting episodes
© Lifestyle changes to treat Hypertension include…
Ø Eat a
healthier diet (DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet)
Ø Decrease salt intake
Ø Exercise regularly
Ø Quit smoking
Ø Limit alcohol consumption
Ø Maintain a healthy weight and Manage stress
Ø Decrease salt intake
Ø Exercise regularly
Ø Quit smoking
Ø Limit alcohol consumption
Ø Maintain a healthy weight and Manage stress
© Conventional medicines to treat Hypertension include…
Ø Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs)
Ø Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)
Ø Direct Renin Inhibitors (DRIs)
Ø Calcium channel blockers (CCBs)
Ø Diuretics
Ø Adrenergic Beta Blockers
Ø Adrenergic Alpha Blockers
Ø Vasodilators
Ø Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)
Ø Direct Renin Inhibitors (DRIs)
Ø Calcium channel blockers (CCBs)
Ø Diuretics
Ø Adrenergic Beta Blockers
Ø Adrenergic Alpha Blockers
Ø Vasodilators
© CAM used for Hypertension may include…
ü Mind and Body Practices
v Dynamic Aerobic (Endurance) Exercise
v Dynamic Resistance Exercise
v Device-Guided Slow Breathing
v Transcendental Meditation (TM)
v Biofeedback Techniques
v Acupuncture
ü Herbal Supplements
v Garlic
v Black cumin
v Cinnamon
v Flaxseed
v Sour Tea
v Ginger
v Cardamom
v Green Tea
v Sweet basil
v Celery
v Ginseng
v Saffron
v Goldthread
v Oats
v Chinese hawthorn
v Carrot
v Tomato
v Pomegranate
v Radish
v Sesame
ü Dietary Supplements
v Coenzyme Q10
v Omega 3 FAs
v Melatonin
v Vitamin D
© Before considering any dietary supplement, consult with a health care provider.
© Do not replace scientifically proven antihypertensives with unproven health products or practices.
© Read and follow the label instructions for the safe use of dietary supplements.
© Always remember that dietary supplements may interact with medications or other dietary supplements.
© Discuss with the health care providers about the current use of any CAM approaches.
© Follow DASH diet emphasizing on fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy, and cut down on salt.
© Eat antioxidant foods, including fruits (Blueberries, Cherries, and Tomatoes) and vegetables (Squash and Bell peppers).
© Eat foods high in B-vitamins and calcium, such as almonds, beans, whole grains, and dark leafy greens (Spinach and kale).
© Avoid refined foods, such as white breads, pastas, and especially sugar.
© Eat fewer red meats and more lean meats, cold-water fish, beans for protein.
© Use healthy oils, such as olive oil.
© Reduce or eliminate trans fats, found in commercially-baked goods such as cookies, crackers, cakes, French fries, onion rings, donuts, processed foods, and margarine.
© Drink 6 to 8 glasses of filtered water daily.
© Get at least 30 min of exercise daily.
© Achieve and maintain ideal body weight.
