Myth.Reality.Solution

Myth.Reality.Solution - one stop SOLUTION for health related MYTHs in the light of REALITY

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE - SILENT ENEMY

There has been an alarming rise in the number of young people with high blood pressure.

MYTH: “I have high blood pressure but I don’t have any symptoms. So I will consult if any problem arise.”

REALITY: High Blood Pressure or Hypertension is a silent disease. Usually symptoms arise when complications develop, and by then it’s too late.

SOLUTION: Get your Blood Pressure checked routinely. If any reading is higher than normal, consult before it’s too late. The figure to remember is 130/80.

IMPULSIVE EXERCISE...

When exercise is advised, people join the gym and stop going after a week

MYTH: “The doctor has advised me exercise so I will start with gym right away and within few months I will be fit and healthy.”

REALITY: When you start with an unaccustomed exercise regimen it won’t last long.

SOLUTION: Start with light exercises like walking. Slowly increase the distance and duration over 3 months before switching over to other exercise forms.