Adults who do not adhere to a healthy dietary pattern tend to develop _____ earlier in life than adults follow a healthy dietary pattern.

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Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is strongly linked to unhealthy dietary patterns. Consuming a diet high in sodium, saturated and trans fats, and added sugars can increase the risk of developing hypertension. Research has shown that adults who do not follow healthy dietary patterns are more likely to develop hypertension earlier in life.

Adults Who Do Not Adhere to a Healthy Dietary Pattern