Things that can increase your risk of getting high blood pressure

are overweight.
eat too much salt and do not eat enough fruit and vegetables.
do not do enough exercise.
drink too much alcohol or coffee (or other caffeine-based drinks)
smoke.
do not get much sleep or have disturbed sleep.


HOW TO PREVENT BLOOD PRESSURE
High blood pressure can often be prevented or reduced by eating healthily, maintaining a healthy weight, taking regular exercise, drinking alcohol in moderation and not smoking.