Now that you know that you may not feel symptoms connected to high blood pressure, you may be wondering if you are at risk. One in three adults in the United States has high blood pressure, so it is important to stay on top of your blood pressure numbers. There are a number of factors that could contribute to high blood pressure, so see the chart below to find out how many apply to you.
Things You Can Control
Things You Can't Control
Too much alcohol
Heredity
Too much salt (sodium)
Age
Lack of exercise
Race
Too much stress
Gender
Being overweight
Smoking
Be sure to check with your healthcare professional to learn more about your personal high blood pressure treatment. Ask your healthcare professional if one of the medications in the BP Success Zone Programfamily of products can help you manage your high blood pressure. And join the BP Success Zone Program for further details about how to better manage your high blood pressure.
