The American College of Cardiology mentions that high blood pressure is often called the “silent killer.” That’s because many times the condition is symptomless – but if left untreated, it can increase your risk of stroke and heart attack.

High blood pressure, medically referred to as hypertension, occurs when the force of your blood flowing against your artery walls is too high – basically indicating that your heart is straining to get your blood pumped throughout your body.

Obesity has long been linked with high blood pressure, but more recent studies have indicated that one specific type of fat is particularly dangerous and prone to cause hypertension.