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Hypertension is known as the silent killer – the condition can go undetected for years. Although high blood pressure can cause headaches, dizziness and problems with vision, the vast majority of people with high blood pressure have no symptoms at all.

Blood pressure is the force exerted by blood on the walls of your arteries when your heart beats. High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart attacks, strokes and kidney damage so it shouldn’t be underestimated. Have your blood pressure checked by your GP or practice nurse every couple of years.

People who are overweight and have high blood pressure can expect to see a significant improvement in their blood pressure when they lose as little as 10 per cent of their body weight.

If you suffer from high blood pressure one of the most important things you can do is limit the amount of salt you eat. Studies show that many people with high blood pressure are ‘salt sensitive’, and they can better control their blood pressure when they eat less salt. Eating low GL means you naturally eat less processed food, which is where most of the salt in our diet is found.