12/06/2026
Friday wake-up call: Your blood pressure has secrets. 💚🩺
You watch your salt. You manage your stress. You even try to sleep better.
But here's what most people don't realize:
Salt, stress, AND poor sleep work together – quietly raising your blood pressure while you
go about your day.
🧂 Salt – Holds onto fluid, making your heart work harder
😫 Stress – Releases hormones that spike your pressure temporarily
😴 Poor sleep – Prevents your blood pressure from dipping naturally at night
When all three combine? It's a silent storm.
The good news? You can fight back.
✅ Cut back on hidden salt (sauces, breads, processed foods)
✅ Take 5 minutes to breathe deeply – twice a day
✅ Prioritise 7–8 hours of quality sleep
This Friday, make one small change. Your heart will thank you on Monday.
📍 Duff Scott Hospital – here to help you take control of your blood pressure.