Accord Medical Clinic – Singapore
High blood pressure — a common condition often linked to excess weight.
Hypertension means your blood pressure is consistently too high, putting strain on your heart and blood vessels. Losing even 5-10% of body weight can significantly lower blood pressure.
Hypertension is defined as systolic BP ≥ 140 mmHg and/or diastolic BP ≥ 90 mmHg. It is a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Weight reduction is a Grade A recommendation in hypertension management guidelines.
Approximately 1 in 4 Singapore adults has hypertension. Weight loss is often the first-line non-pharmacological treatment recommended by doctors.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns. Accord Medical Clinic Singapore is an MOH-registered medical clinic in Singapore. Dr Joseph Wang (Family Physician) provides medical weight management consultations.