The image focuses on high blood pressure in women and
explains how high blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease. An
estimated 1 in 3 women has high blood pressure, and the condition is dangerous
because it often causes no symptoms.
The image also contains a chart showing ranges of blood
pressure numbers for normal blood pressure, prehypertension, stage 1
hypertension, and stage two hypertension. Finally, the image states that you
can take action to prevent high blood
pressure by reducing sodium (salt) intake. Most adults should have less
than one teaspoon, or 1,500 milligrams, of sodium a day. Being active and
maintaining a healthy weight also can help you prevent high blood pressure.
