Loneliness prone to high blood pressure

Lonely people are prone to hypertension In addition to obesity and lack of exercise, loneliness is also a cause of increased risk of high blood pressure, according to a new study.

Research conducted by scientists at the University of Chicago on 229 people showed that loneliness can make blood pressure more than 30 points in people over 50 years old.

Specifically, the blood pressure index of lonely older people is 30 points higher than other people, even if other factors such as depression, stress or hatred have been eliminated.

In addition to hypertension, loneliness also increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and other psychosocial diseases.

To address this situation, scientists give advice: lonely people need to strengthen existing relationships and establish new relationships and participate in many social activities.

WALL VY