Feeling perfectly fine does not mean your heart is safe. High blood pressure often has NO symptoms — yet it quietly strains your heart, brain and kidneys for years. That is why it is called the 'silent killer'. 🩺
- Know your numbers: a reading below 120/80 mmHg is ideal. Consistently 130/80 or higher needs attention. Get checked regularly, even if you feel well.
- Cut the hidden salt: aim for less than one teaspoon (about 5 g) a day. Watch pickles, papads, packaged snacks and restaurant food — the real culprits.
- Move and manage weight: around 30 minutes of brisk walking on most days helps lower blood pressure naturally. Losing even a few kilos makes a difference.
- Protect your vessels: limit alcohol, quit tobacco, sleep well and manage stress. If medication is prescribed, take it every day — never stop on your own. ❤️
If you have not had your blood pressure checked recently, do not wait for a warning sign that may never come. Dr. Stalin Roy J (MD, DM, FACC), Interventional Cardiologist at SR Heart Clinic, Tambaram, Chennai, is here to help you understand your numbers and build a simple, personalised plan to keep your heart strong for years to come.
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