Abstract

THE ROLE OF LIFESTYLE CHANGES IN MANAGING HYPERTENSION

Ahmad Musa Katuzu, Isah Hassan Ali, Yusuf Dauda Atiyaye, Smruti Ranjan Dash*

Faculty of Pharmacy, Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh India (492101)

ABSTRACT

Numerous variables, such as excessive salt intake, obesity, chronic kidney disease, sleep apnea, thyroid Disorders, noise pollution, and some lifestyle factors like physical inactivity, and stress, cigarette’s Smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, contribute to the development and progression of hypertension in elderly people, making it a major cardiovascular risk factor that increases morbidity and mortality in this population. For both non-hypertensive and hypertensive people, non-pharmacologic management also referred to as lifestyle modifications is fundamental. It can prevent the onset of hypertension in non-hypertensive or pre-hypertensive patients, and it will decrease blood pressure and improve cardiovascular problems in hypertensive individuals. Non-pharmacological management of hypertension has become a popular treatment option for the condition in both developed and developing nations. It also offers extra benefits with few to no adverse effects. Modifications in lifestyle that can effectively lower blood pressure include more physical activity, self-monitoring of blood pressure, losing weight, consuming less alcohol, and practising yoga for relaxation among others. Early in the development of the disease, non-pharmacological treatments should be started, and medication should be continued if necessary.

Keywords: Hypertension, Non-pharmacologic management, Lifestyle management, Blood pressure.