The exact cause of high blood pressure is still unknown. However, there are several factors that are known to increase a person's risk of developing high blood pressure. These factors include heredity, unhealthy lifestyles, habits of consuming salty and fatty foods, smoking, side effects of drugs, or certain diseases. High blood pressure is a condition in which blood pressure is at a value of 130/80 mmHg or more. This condition is also known as hypertension. If not handled properly, hypertension can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disorders, and blindness. Type of High Blood Pressure Based on the type, high blood pressure can be divided into two, namely: Primary high blood pressure Is the most common type of high blood pressure. Nearly 90% of cases of high blood pressure in adults are included in this type. Primary hypertension tends to take years to occur. However, the cause is uncertain. However, it is thought to be related to genetic factors (heredity...