Assessment of Risk Factors of Hypertension among Pakistani People Living in Populated Cities of the Country

Abstract

The association between diet, age, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity and hypertension are well recognized among developing countries. However, the main factors causing hypertension in Pakistan are still not clear. Hypertension is complex and multi factorial. The current article summarizes some of the known factors responsible for hypertension within populated cities of Pakistan. This review was focused on ethnic group of people living within country. Random or multistage screening, socioeconomic status or hypertensive condition was considered during selection of subjects. The dietary patterns in relation with hypertension and other health problems were studied. Studies showed a prominent occurrence among urban adults, particularly women. The Diet transition towards the DASH Diet has been attributed to lower blood pressures. This review highlights the fact that dietary pattern, socioeconomic status, gender, age and obesity is associated with hypertension.