DR WENDY CHRISTIEN - Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer? How to Know Your Numbers & Reduce Risks

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Is your blood pressure silently putting you at risk? Health expert Dr. Wendy reveals:

Why high blood pressure is called the "silent killer" (many feel no symptoms until it’s dangerous)

Key warning signs: Frequent headaches (especially at the crown), dizziness, blurred vision, or chest pain

Who’s most at risk? Age 40+, high-salt diets, sedentary lifestyles, smokers, and those with family history

The numbers you need to know: Normal (120/70–80), Stage 1 Hypertension (130–140/80–89), Stage 2 (140+/90+)

Proactive steps: How to test (even at pharmacies!), why one high reading isn’t a diagnosis, and when lifestyle changes can reverse early hypertension

Don’t wait for symptoms! Learn how to monitor your blood pressure—and what to do if it’s high—before medication becomes necessary.
12 Jun English South Africa Health & Fitness · Christianity

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