Balanced diet: Emphasise a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to support cardiovascular health and maintain optimal blood pressure levels.

Regular exercise: Incorporate regular physical activity into daily routines to maintain a healthy weight, strengthen the heart, and improve blood circulation.

Weight management: Address obesity through lifestyle modifications including dietary changes and regular exercise to mitigate the risk of hypertension.

Stress management: Adopt healthy coping mechanisms such as mindfulness practices, regular exercise, and seeking social support to effectively manage stress and its impact on blood pressure.

Sleep hygiene: Prioritise quality sleep by establishing a consistent sleep schedule, creating a conducive sleep environment, and seeking medical intervention for sleep disorders when necessary.

Family history awareness: Understanding one`s family medical history provides valuable insights into potential risk factors, enabling early intervention strategies to prevent or manage hypertension.

Expert inputs by Dr Dhiraj Bhattad, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai.