High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Regarded as the silent killer and the biggest menace of the present generation, it happens when blood pressure crosses the systolic pressure i.e. the highest pressure reached during each heartbeat.

Symptoms:

Pain experienced at the back of the head and neck on waking up, which soon disappears.
Dizziness
Palpitations
Heart pain
Frequent urination
Nervous tension
Fatigue
Breathing Problem

Root Causes:

Stress and hectic life-style.
Vitiation of vata
Smoking and an excessive intake of intoxicants
Hardening of the arteries
Obesity
Metabolic disorders
Excessive intake of common table salt
Overloading of fast foods