Symptoms of High Blood Pressure- Blurry or double vision, Lightheartedness/Fainting, Fatigue, Headache, Heart palpitations, Nosebleeds, Shortness of breath, Nausea or vomiting.

The 4 stages of hypertension are: Elevated blood pressure levels between 120-129/less than 80, hypertension stage 1 is 130-139/80-89 mmHg, hypertension stage 2 is 140/90 mmHg or more, hypertensive crises are higher than 180/120 or higher.

The heart, kidney, brain, and arterial blood vessels are prime targets of hypertensive damage. Uncontrolled hypertension accelerates the damage to these organs and results in eventual organ failure and cardiovascular death and disability.

According to research, adding certain foods like leafy greens, berries, beans, lentils, seeds, fatty fish, citrus fruits, and carrots to your meals and snacks may help you reach and maintain optimal blood pressure levels.

Eating a low-fat diet that includes lots of fibre, such as wholegrain rice, bread and pasta, and plenty of fruit and vegetables also helps lower blood pressure. Aim to eat 5 portions of fruit and vegetables every day.