Question

Hypertension occurs due to

• A. Smoking
• B. Obesity
• C. Stress
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

Hypertension is defined as an increase in the blood pressure in the arteries. It is a severe condition which may lead to heart strokes. Obesity, smoking, diabetes type 1 or type 2, kidney disease, high alcohol intake, stress, excessive salt intake, lack of exercise, certain medicines, such as steroids are the common cause of hypertension.

So, the correct answer is option D.