Hypertension Prevention Efforts Through Health Education, Hypertension Exercise, and Cucumber Juice Preparation

Sabinus B.  Kedang; Florentianus Tat; Ester Dima; Yuniarti Resi; Charen Lay

Authors

Sabinus B. Kedang Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang
Florentianus Tat Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang
Ester Dima Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang
Yuniarti Resi Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang
Charen Lay Poltekkes Kemenkes Kupang

Keywords:

Hypertension, counseling, hypertension exercise, cucumber juice, prevention

Abstract

various countries, including Indonesia. Prevention of hypertension is very important through a promotive and preventive approach. This research or community service activity aims to increase public knowledge about hypertension prevention through health education, hypertension exercise, and provision of cucumber juice. Education is given to increase public awareness of risk factors and how to control blood pressure. Hypertension exercise is carried out regularly to help lower blood pressure through light and measurable physical activity. In addition, the making and consumption of cucumber juice was chosen because cucumbers contain potassium and antioxidants that can help lower blood pressure. The results of the activity showed an increase in public understanding and enthusiasm in making efforts to prevent hypertension independently and sustainabl

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