Journal of Angiotherapy
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Smart Nutrition and Active Living in Hypertension Management: Assessing Lifestyle Behaviors, Barriers, and the Role of Digital Health Tools

Sree Shib Shankar Devnath Debu1, Israt Jahan Eti2, Subrata Sarker Shubho3, Md. Manjurul Islam4, Mamata Mostari5, Umme Sadia6

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Journal of Angiotherapy 9 (1) 1-12 https://doi.org/10.25163/angiotherapy.9110139

Submitted: 18 December 2024 Revised: 08 February 2025  Published: 14 February 2025 

Abstract

Background: Hypertension, a leading global health concern, is primarily managed through pharmacological interventions, but growing evidence supports the role of smart nutrition and active living as effective, non-pharmacological strategies. Lifestyle modifications, including heart-healthy dietary habits and regular physical activity, have been shown to improve blood pressure control, yet adherence to these approaches remains inconsistent due to various barriers such as cost, time constraints, and accessibility to resources. Objectives: This study aims to examine the dietary habits, physical activity levels, and lifestyle barriers faced by hypertensive individuals to assess the impact of lifestyle modifications on blood pressure management. It also seeks to evaluate the role of digital health tools in promoting adherence to smart nutrition and active living. Methodology: A quantitative approach was used, involving a structured survey of 200 hypertensive individuals to gather data on their dietary intake, physical activity patterns, medication use, and challenges in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive statistics to identify trends and associations in lifestyle behaviors and hypertension management. Results: Results indicate that while 60% of participants consume fruits and vegetables daily and 50% engage in regular physical activity, a significant portion still relies on processed foods (45%) and remains inactive (20%), highlighting gaps in adherence. Findings: The study identified major barriers to adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle, including high cost of healthy foods (40%), lack of time for meal preparation or exercise (35%), and limited access to fitness resources (20%). It also highlighted the growing use of digital health tools, with 55% of participants using fitness trackers and mobile apps to monitor their diet and exercise routines. Conclusion: To improve hypertension management, there is a critical need for increased accessibility to affordable healthy foods, structured nutrition education, community fitness programs, and enhanced medical guidance.

Keywords: Hypertension, Smart Nutrition, Active Living, Lifestyle Modification, Dietary Habits, Physical Activity, Non-Pharmacological Management.

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