Article: LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION IN HYPERTENSION: A REVIEW

Article Category: Review articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.15398

Pages: 192-194

Author: Manisha *, Punita Pandey, Dinesh Kumar Goyal, Sangita Devi, Sonam Rawat

Abstract: Hypertension stands as a formidable global health challenge, entwined with heightened risks of cardiovascular and renal diseases. Lifestyle modifications emerge as pivotal strategies in its prevention and management. This comprehensive review amalgamates evidence on diverse lifestyle adjustments, spanning dietary shifts, weight control, physical activity, smoking cessation, and stress management, elucidating their profound impacts on blood pressure reduction and cardiovascular well-being. In the pursuit of holistic health management, Ayurveda emerges as a beacon, offering profound insights into hypertension treatment. This article delves into Ayurveda's core principles, spotlighting lifestyle modifications, dietary adjustments, and the importance of yoga practices custom-tailored to alleviate high blood pressure. Ayurveda champions a balanced lifestyle, underscoring stress alleviation through techniques like meditation and yoga. Daily routines, known as Dinacharya, and seasonal routines, termed Ritucharya, play pivotal roles in maintaining equilibrium. Yoga, an integral facet of holistic health approaches, provides a diverse repertoire of techniques to foster cardiovascular health and mitigate hypertension. Furthermore, Ayurveda emphasizes personalized approaches, recognizing individual constitutions or doshas that influence susceptibility to hypertension. Dietary recommendations within Ayurveda are meticulously tailored to each dosha, with an emphasis on whole foods known for their blood pressure-lowering properties. The holistic ethos of Ayurveda extends beyond mere symptom management, addressing the root causes of hypertension and fostering enduring health and vitality.

Keyword: hypertension, lifestyle modifications, dietary sodium, potassium intake, weight management, physical activity, smoking cessation, stress management