Small daily habits, salt, sleep and steady medication, make the biggest difference to your blood pressure.
High blood pressure rarely announces itself. Most people feel perfectly fine while it quietly strains the heart, kidneys and eyes. That is why regular checks matter, even when you feel well.
Start with salt. Much of the salt we eat is hidden in stock cubes, dried fish and packaged foods, not just the salt shaker. Season with herbs, peppers and lime instead, and taste your food before adding more.
Movement helps more than most people expect. A brisk 30 minute walk most days of the week can lower blood pressure as effectively as some medicines. It does not need to be exercise in the gym, walking to market counts.
If you have been prescribed medication, take it every day, even on the days you feel fine. Blood pressure medicine works by being taken consistently, not only when you feel unwell. Stopping and starting is more dangerous than the medicine itself.
Finally, come in for regular checks. We can track your readings over time, adjust treatment if needed, and catch problems early, long before they become emergencies.
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