Hypertension is a leading contributor to cardiovascular disease and mortality worldwide, particularly in urban populations exposed to lifestyle risk factors. This cross-sectional study assessed the prevalence of hypertension and its association with dietary habits, physical activity, and stress levels in 1,500 adults aged 25–65 years. Blood pressure measurements, anthropometric data, and lifestyle questionnaires were collected. Findings indicated a hypertension prevalence of 32%, with significantly higher rates in individuals with high salt intake, low physical activity, obesity, and elevated stress (p<0.01). Multivariate analysis identified age, BMI, dietary sodium, and sedentary behavior as significant predictors of hypertension. These results highlight the urgent need for community-based interventions targeting lifestyle modification, stress management, and dietary counseling to reduce the burden of hypertension in urban populations.

Keywords:
Hypertension, Lifestyle Factors, Urban Health, Cardiovascular Risk, Public Health