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Every year, World Hypertension Day is observed on the 17th of May. This year, the theme for 2025 is “Healthy Blood Pressure, Healthy Life”. This occasion serves as a reminder to raise awareness about the deep connection between high blood pressure (hypertension) and stroke health.
High blood pressure can be silently dangerous, causing damage to vital organs without showing any symptoms initially. Particularly, the impact of high blood pressure on stroke is a significant concern. The main function of the kidneys is to filter out toxic substances in the body and eliminate them through urine. Blood reaches the kidneys where filtration occurs. When blood pressure remains elevated for a long time, it puts stress on delicate blood vessels in the kidneys, leading them to gradually become damaged. As a result, the kidney’s functionality decreases over time, increasing the risk of developing Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
It is not a one-way relationship. Even after the kidneys weaken, there is a disruption in the balance of sodium and water in the body, which can lead to an increase in blood pressure. This creates a cycle where high blood pressure and kidney disease exacerbate each other.
In order to safeguard against these health risks, individuals with a family history of high blood pressure, diabetes, or stroke, those above the age of 40, individuals with excess weight, smokers, heavy alcohol consumers, and those who do not engage in regular exercise should be particularly cautious.
Regular blood pressure monitoring, limiting daily sodium intake to less than 5 grams, consuming a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products, engaging in physical exercise for at least 30 minutes on a regular basis, quitting smoking and alcohol, drinking an adequate amount of water, and undergoing kidney check-ups are all crucial steps in prevention.
High blood pressure is not just related to heart disease; it deeply affects vital organs like the kidneys as well. Health awareness, regular check-ups, and lifestyle improvements can help prevent both high blood pressure and kidney disease. On World Hypertension Day, it is essential for everyone to take care of their blood pressure because healthy blood pressure is the foundation of a healthy kidney and life.
Opinion from Ramesh Khatri, representative of Kansai Nepal News:
Ramesh Khatri emphasizes the critical importance of raising awareness about the link between high blood pressure and kidney health on World Hypertension Day. Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is key to ensuring a healthy life and preventing kidney-related complications.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: May 17, 2025 7:02 pm
