Which of the following is not a cause of hypertension?

A) A sedentary lifestyle
B) A diet with excessive sodium
C) Being postmenopausal
D) Being older than 45

Hypertension

High blood pressure, a chronic medical condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is elevated, requiring the heart to work harder than normal.

Sedentary Lifestyle

A way of life that involves little to no physical activity, often associated with negative health consequences.

Postmenopausal

The period in a woman's life following the cessation of menstrual periods, marking the end of reproductive years.