Primary or essential hypertension is caused by
a. unknown factors.
b. sedentary lifestyle.
c. excess sodium intake.
d. being overweight or obese.
A
Primary or essential hypertension is caused by unknown factors. Sedentary lifestyle, excess so-dium intake, and being overweight or obese all contribute to hypertension and are all factors that can be modified to decrease blood pressure.
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