Diabetes and hypertension: What is the relationship?
- Category: Hypertension
- Date: 22-01-2021
Both diabetes and hypertension have similar risk factors and therefore it is common for individuals to have both conditions. Obesity or overweight is the most important risk factor for hypertension and diabetes. Other risk factors include age (over 40 years), reduced physcical activity, smoking and high salt diet. The first objective in any diabetic or hypertensive person is to institute lifestyle changes isuch as improving diet (reduce salt, carbohydrates and fat), weight management, engage in regular physical exercise and stop smoking.
So many individuals live with undiagnosed hypertention or diabetes and may only find out when they get adverse outcomes such as stroke and heart disease. It is important to screen for conditions atleast twice year if your are above the age of 40 years. Contact us today for your screening appointment and wellness check.