The interaction between lifestyle and blood pressure on Stroke: A cross-sectional study from Northern China

This study demonstrated that elevated systolic and diastolic blood pressure were significantly associated with a higher incidence of stroke. A synergistic effect was observed between unhealthy lifestyle factors (such as smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, and physical inactivity) and elevated blood pressure in increasing stroke risk. Smoking partially mediated the relationship between diastolic blood pressure and stroke. These findings highlight the potential benefit of integrated control strategies targeting both blood pressure and modifiable lifestyle factors.