High blood pressure, often called a “silent killer,” is a major risk factor for serious chronic conditions, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease. While medications help control blood pressure, Japanese pharmacologist and preventive medicine expert Masatoshi Kato wrote in his book, “One‑Minute Blood‑Pressure‑Lowering Exercise,” that long-term reliance on medication alone may increase the risk of side effects and place a burden on the body.
High blood pressure is closely linked to the hardening and stiffening of blood vessels. A critical factor in maintaining vascular health is nitric oxide levels in the body.
