What are the root causes of high blood pressure?

What are the root causes of high blood pressure?

High blood pressure has many risk factors, including: Age. The risk of high blood pressure increases as you age. … Race. … Family history. … Being overweight or obese. … Not being physically active. … Using tobacco. … Too much salt (sodium) in your diet. … Too little potassium in your diet. More items… • Jul 1, 2021