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Furthermore, with long-term continuously increased blood-pressure values,
the heart will become structurally damaged.
c) There are many different causes of the appearance of high blood pressure.
We differentiate between the common primary (essential) hypertension, and
secondary hypertension. The latter group can be ascribed to specific organic
malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible
origins of your own increased blood pressure values.
d) There are measures which you can take, not only for reducing a medically
established high blood pressure, but also for prevention. These measures are
part of your general way of life:
A) Eating habits
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Strive for a normal weight corresponding to your age. Reduce overweight!
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Avoid excessive consumption of common salt.
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Avoid fatty foods.
B) Previous illnesses
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Follow consistently any medical instructions for treating previous illness
such as:
- Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus)
- Fat metabolism disorder
- Gout
C) Habits
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Give up smoking completely.
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Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol.
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Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee).
D) Physical constitution:
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After a preliminary medical examination, do regular sport.
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Choose sports which require stamina and avoid those which require strength.
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Avoid reaching the limit of your performance.
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With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your
doctor before beginning your sporting activities. He will advise you regar-
ding the type and extent of types of sport that are possible for you.
3. THE VARIOUS COMPONENTS OF THE BLOOD-PRESSURE
MONITOR
Main Unit
Cuff Jack Socket
LCD
Air Socket
Memory Button
Start/Stop Button
Battery Compartment
AC Adapter Socket
Systolic Blood Pressure
Inflation/Deflation Symbol
Heartbeat Symbol
mmHg lndication
KPa lndication
Diastolic Blood Pressure
Pulse Display
Memory Symbol
Low Battery Symbol
Irregular Heartbeat Symbol
Average Value Symbol
Display
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