Hypertension is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.Usually hypertension is defined as blood pressure above 140/90, and is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120.

High blood pressure often has no symptoms. Over time, if untreated, it can cause health conditions, such as heart disease and stroke.

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Eating a healthier diet with less salt, exercising regularly and taking medication can help lower blood pressure

Today we share with you an infographic with facts about Hypertension around the world.

This is a guest post from Wisdom Policy a leading online insurance provider in India