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High blood pressure

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High blood pressure (hypertension) refers to permanently elevated blood pressure values above 140/90 mmHg. It is considered a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.

In the context of Styrian pumpkin seed oil: The relationship between the consumption of foods containing unsaturated fatty acids and blood pressure is investigated and discussed in nutritional science studies. Pumpkin seed oil is not a medicine. Hypertension requires medical assessment and care.

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