HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

SYMPTOMS OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE & LINK BETWEEN BLOOD PRESSURE AND VITAMIN DEFICIENCY

What are some lesser-known symptoms of high blood pressure

From my research, some less-known signs of high blood pressure include nosebleeds, facial flushing, headaches, blood traces in eyes and difficulty sleeping.

Why do these symptoms occur?

Most of these signs tend to arise due to an extreme increase in blood pressure that surpasses the 180/120 rate, leading to a condition known as hypertensive crisis.

Are there any vitamin deficiencies connected to having high blood pressure? If so, how is the deficiency connected to high blood pressure?

Vitamin D deficiency

Low levels of vitamin D in the body is associated with a higher risk of heart diseases and hypertension. Vitamin D deficiency can trigger arterial resistance, calcification and impair normal function of PTH which might result to high blood pressure.

Anastasia Filipenko

Anastasia Filipenko is a health and wellness psychologist, dermatolist and a freelance writer. She frequently covers beauty and skincare, food trends and nutrition, health and fitness and relationships. When she's not trying out new skincare products, you'll find her taking a cycling class, doing yoga, reading in the park, or trying a new recipe.

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