Hypertension & Cholesterol

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. High cholesterol is one of the most important risk factors for cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes. This condition, which often threatens vascular health for years without symptoms, can be successfully controlled with early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll discuss what cholesterol is, why it matters, risk factors, and effective management strategies. What is Cholesterol? # Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell of our body. Despite its bad reputation, it’s actually essential for life:

This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. Hypertension is one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide and a leading cause of serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure. It’s called the “silent killer” because it can cause organ damage over years without any noticeable symptoms. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll discuss what hypertension is, how to recognize it, the risk factors involved, and effective treatment approaches. What is Hypertension? # Hypertension is a condition where blood pressure consistently remains above normal levels. Blood pressure is the force that blood exerts on the walls of arteries as the heart pumps it through the body. This pressure is expressed as two values: