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High blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, often signals underlying problems such as stress, poor diet, or lack of exercise. It affects millions globally. Addressing these root causes through lifestyle changes and dietary adjustments can effectively manage hypertension. This approach focuses on overall health for long-term blood pressure control.

High blood pressure

Symptoms

  • Headaches
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest pain
  • Visual changes

Causes

  • Poor diet and lifestyle habits
  • Chronic stress and anxiety
  • Hormonal imbalances
  • Sleep disorders
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Environmental toxins

Treatments

  • Dietary changes such as reducing salt intake and increasing consumption of whole foods
  • Regular exercise and physical activity
  • Stress reduction techniques such as meditation or yoga
  • Balancing hormones through targeted supplementation or medication
  • Improving sleep hygiene
  • Reducing exposure to environmental toxins
  • Supplementing with key nutrients such as magnesium and potassium

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When to see a doctor

At-home testing is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. If symptoms are severe, sudden, or worsening, contact a healthcare provider.

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Accredited labs

Processed in ISO 15189 / 17025 facilities.

Validated assays

Performance-tested against clinical references.

500,000+ customers

Trusted across the EU, UK and US.

At-home collection

Simple kits with step-by-step instructions.

Discreet shipping

Generic packaging, tracked end-to-end.

Clinician-reviewed

Reports reviewed by qualified clinicians.

CLIA-certified & secure

Secure data handling, CLIA-certified labs.

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