High BP hits city youth

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Biryani and pickles might be a favourite among the people of the state,but the high salt content in these dishes and also in other fast food can lead to high blood pressure even in youngesters. Increase in blood pressure level among those under the age of 25 has local doctors worried.They confirm a UK based study that says high BP has become a global epidemic.Dr MB Rao,general physician at Yashoda hospital says,"Earlier people in their late 30s and 40s developed high blood pressure.But in the last 5-10 years,this ailemnt is being increasingly detected in the urban youth."High intake of sodium and fatty foods,smoking and stress at the workplace are being cited as the major causes of hypertension,a direct result of high blood pressure.High blood pressure has an immediate impact on the heart,brain,kidneys,blood vessels and even eyes.It increase the chance of heart attacks,diabetes,kidney disorders and can even cause blindness. So inorder to overcome this situation,i have some things with me.They are: 1.Youngester should maintain a balanced diet to keep hypertension at bay. 2.Follow DASH(dietary approach to stop hypertension). 3.One should consume no more than six grams of salt a day. 4.Cut down on food having high cholesterol. 5.The diet should be rich in potassium and calcium. These would ensure a regulated blood pressure level. What do u say friend.Am i right.Share ur thought on these issue.