Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious health problem in the U.S. According to data, 47 percent or almost half of American adults are diagnosed with this condition.
Hypertension is a condition characterized by systolic blood pressure higher than 140 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure higher than 90 mmHg.
Traditionally, doctors warn their patients to limit their sodium intake, which can cause or exacerbate high blood pressure. But a recent study suggests there’s another culprit besides sodium that can raise your blood pressure: fructose.
Aside from increasing blood pressure in adults, a high-fructose diet can also raise the likelihood of children developing hypertension as adults.
Why fructose is bad for you
