GLOSSARY TERM
Hypertension
A chronic medical condition, also known as high blood pressure, where the force of the blood against the artery walls is consistently too high. It is clinically defined as a blood pressure reading of 130/80 mmHg or higher. If left untreated, it can lead to severe health complications, including heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure.
Hypertension is frequently linked to metabolic health and diet. High-carbohydrate intake can drive hypertension through hyperinsulinemia, which increases sympathetic nervous system activity and causes the kidneys to reabsorb sodium and water. Weight loss and carbohydrate restriction are often highly effective in reducing blood pressure and, in many cases, reversing the condition entirely.
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