What to do if the problem of high blood pressure increases in winter?

The Dhaka Times Desk Several chronic diseases are seen to increase in winter. Many have to overcome several symptoms like reduced immunity, joint pain, asthma etc.

Many people also have the problem of overcoming several symptoms like reduced immunity, joint pain, asthma etc. One such problem is high blood pressure. Therefore, as the temperature drops in winter, anxiety increases for patients suffering from high blood pressure. Do you know why this happens?

In winter, the veins and arteries of the human body become constricted due to the decrease in the temperature of the environment. Due to which additional force has to be applied to maintain body warmth, maintain proper blood circulation and supply blood to different parts of the body. That is why the body's blood pressure can increase dramatically in winter.

Due to increase in blood pressure it causes heart problems. According to experts, such problems are more common in people over sixty. Along with that, blood pressure can increase due to lack of exercise, laziness etc. in winter. In many cases, high blood pressure can increase due to excess fat accumulation during winter. A doctor should be contacted immediately if the problem of high blood pressure occurs.

However, along with following the doctor's advice, some home remedies can also be useful. Find out today:

# Many people drink excessively to stay refreshed during the winter. However, excessive drinking during this time can cause the body temperature to drop suddenly. Due to which the internal core temperature of the body decreases and the blood vessels become more constricted. Due to which the blood pressure increases.

# Repeated consumption of coffee in winter can also cause various problems. If you have blood pressure problems, it is better not to drink coffee more than twice a day.

# Many people put on heavy winter clothes to survive the cold. Remember, it is better for the body to wear several layers of relatively thin clothing instead of one thick winter coat.

# A proper diet should be developed which is very useful in controlling the problem of high blood pressure. To control the problem of blood pressure in winter, you should eat different vegetables in winter. Good results can be obtained by eating various winter fruits, low-fat or non-fat dairy products.

# especially for those who exercise regularly, if they have high blood pressure problems, it is better to be a little extra careful this time. It is better not to go out of the house and exercise unnecessarily. Take care not to strain the body due to overexertion. In many cases, due to excessive exercise, the balance between the external temperature and the internal average temperature of the body can be suddenly lost, this difference can lead to serious problems like heart disease. Source: Anandabazar Patrika.

Things to do to prevent Corona virus

# try to stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer cloth mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, face, head must be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried after one use.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.