The THE INFLUENCE OF DIET AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ON THE INCIDENCE OF HYPERTENSION IN ADULTS AND THE ELDERLY

Abstract

Hypertension is a serious condition and is included in non-communicable diseases, also known as chronic diseases, a type of disease that does not spread from one person to another. Aspects that influence the phenomenon of hypertension include diet and physical activity. This research uses the literature review method, there are 15 literatures used with a span of the last 5 years, namely from 2020 to 2025. The literature sources in this study were obtained through data searches using the Google Scholar platform as the main database. This research was conducted from April to May 2025. Almost all studies showed an association between physical activity and the incidence of hypertension. Meanwhile, there were 2 studies that stated there was no association between physical activity and the incidence of hypertension. Then, referring to the aspect of food consumption patterns reviewed through various literature sources, there are seven articles that reveal the relationship between eating habits and an increased risk of hypertension. Therefore, it can be concluded that a healthy diet and regular physical activity have a significant impact on the health of the body, especially if these two things are not carried out in an appropriate and balanced manner.