In a time when social media and brief videos have ingrained themselves into our everyday lives, recent research draws attention to a concerning side effect that many people might not think about: hypertension.
 
The study, which was carried out by The First Hospital of Hebei Medical university in China, discovered a clear link between a higher prevalence of high blood pressure, or essential hypertension, in young and middle-aged people and extended screen time before bed, especially when watching brief videos.
 
The study examined the behaviors and health information of 4,318 participants who self-reported their screen time and underwent medical examinations between january and september 2023. It was published in the journal BMC Public Health.

Researchers especially looked at the possibility that watching brief videos on screens before bed might raise blood pressure.
 
Their findings were startling: greater rates of high blood pressure were strongly associated with longer late-night screen use. The continuous stimulation of scrolling through brief movies, according to the study's authors, interferes with regular sleep cycles and increases stress, both of which over time can raise blood pressure levels.
 
The researchers' findings showed that "watching short videos before bedtime was significantly associated with essential hypertension," "This pattern may interfere with healthy sleep habits and lead to sustained increases in blood pressure."
 
This research contributes to the increasing amount of studies that link mobile use to negative health consequences. Previous research has demonstrated that extended usage of mobile phones, especially screen time surpassing 30 minutes daily, can raise blood pressure. Additionally, studies have connected modest quantities of radiofrequency radiation emitted by mobile phones to hypertension. A significant section of the world's population suffers from hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. 

The World health Organization (WHO) estimates that high blood pressure, a major contributor to heart disease, stroke, and early mortality, affects more than 1.3 billion persons between the ages of 30 and 79 globally. Because the disorder is quiet, it frequently remains misdiagnosed, which is why risk management requires lifestyle adjustments.

The significance of controlling screen time, particularly before bed, was underlined by the research team. To lessen the impact on blood pressure and sleep, they advise minimizing screen time in the evening. The risk of hypertension can also be decreased by leading a healthy lifestyle, which includes limiting salt intake, regulating blood sugar levels, and lowering body weight.
 
The results are consistent with rising worries about the detrimental effects of excessive screen usage, particularly among younger populations that frequently use their phones late at night. Sleep specialists have long cautioned that blue light from screens disrupts the creation of melatonin, making it more difficult for people to fall asleep and remain asleep.
 
Both physical and mental health may suffer greatly as a result of this interruption and the stressful nature of social media material.
 
The research concludes by urging more awareness of the risks associated with late-night screen use. social media and short videos offer connections and enjoyment, but they may also have a hidden cost to our health. It's critical for people to strike a balance between being connected and preserving their wellbeing as the wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital era develops. We can lower the risk of hypertension and other linked health concerns by reducing screen usage, especially before bed, and making healthier lifestyle choices.
 
 
 
 
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SIBY JEYYA

19/01/2025 10:41 AM