Good Health and Nutrition

  The link between stress and high blood pressure   What is high blood pressure?   High blood pressure is when your blood pressure, or the force of your blood against your artery walls, is too high.   What causes high blood pressure?  High blood pressure is typically caused by a combination of factors, including genetics, lifestyle choices, and underlying health conditions.  High blood pressure is a medical condition in which the force of blood against artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. Stress can be a major contributing factor to high blood pressure. When you're under stress, your body produces a hormone called adrenaline. Adrenaline causes your heart to beat faster and your blood vessels to narrow. This increases your blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, managing stress can help lower your numbers. Stress management techniques such as relaxation and meditation can help y...