Hypertension: 7 simple gestures to prevent it daily

Hypertension: a silent killer

Often called the 'silent killer', hypertension usually gives no symptoms. Yet it multiplies the risk of stroke by 7 and the risk of heart attack by 4.

The good news: 80% of cases can be prevented or controlled through adapted lifestyle. Here are 7 daily gestures recommended by our cardiologists.

1. Reduce salt

2. Move 30 min/day

3. More fruits & vegetables

4. Limit alcohol

5. Quit smoking

6. Manage stress

7. Regular screening