Question

Overall increase in blood pressure, both in men and women, is due to}

• A. bad dietary habits
• B. escalating sedentary behavior
• C. increasing salt intake
• D. excessive consumption of sugar, salt and fats

Hint:

Hypertension is lifestyle-driven—high salt, sugar, fats, and low physical activity are key contributors.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept: High blood pressure (hypertension) is influenced by multiple lifestyle factors, especially diet and physical activity. Step 1:Analyze individual factors.}

• Bad dietary habits $\rightarrow$ Contribute to hypertension
• Sedentary lifestyle $\rightarrow$ Increases risk
• High salt intake $\rightarrow$ Directly raises blood pressure

Step 2:Identify the most comprehensive option.
Option (D) includes:

• Sugar $\rightarrow$ leads to obesity and metabolic issues
• Salt $\rightarrow$ increases blood pressure
• Fats $\rightarrow$ contribute to cardiovascular diseases

Thus, it represents the combined major causes. Final Answer: \[ {\text{excessive consumption of sugar, salt and fats}} \]