Nigeria’s reality TV star, Uriel Oputa, has opened up about her mother’s struggles with high blood pressure, strokes, and vascular dementia, which has inspired her to prioritize her own health and wellness.
According to Uriel, her family history was the driving force behind her decision to take control of her health. She has been making conscious choices to ensure her well-being, and has been sharing her personal experiences, dietary habits, and lifestyle choices with her followers on Instagram to inspire and educate others.
The reality TV star recently shared a personal post on her Instagram, where she shared her story, stating that health is her top priority. She revealed that her mother, who is now in her 50s, had already suffered multiple strokes and is living with high blood pressure. Uriel recounted how witnessing her mother’s journey led her to make drastic changes, as she did not want history to repeat itself.
She emphasized that it’s never too early to start making healthy choices, as these decisions can impact one’s future health. Uriel also emphasized the importance of regular health checks, exercise, and holistic treatments in preventing the kinds of health issues she has witnessed in her mother.
In a post, Uriel wrote:
“Health is truly wealth for me. At my age now, my mom suffered multiple strokes and has been living with high blood pressure. Witnessing her journey led me to make drastic changes because I wanted to break that cycle. I didn’t want history to repeat itself. As a result, my blood pressure hasn’t gone past 108/73. When I post about health, recipes, or wellness, it’s not just for myself; it’s to enlighten and educate others on the importance of living healthily, exercising, holistic treatments, and regular health checks – things we often overlook in Nigeria. Many of us avoid checking in on our health or exercising, but these are crucial steps to prevent going through what I’ve experienced while caring for someone with high blood pressure, stroke, and vascular dementia.”
Uriel concluded by saying, “You might think, ‘I won’t get dementia’ or ‘I can’t have a heart attack or stroke.’ But it starts young. The choices you make now will impact your future health. I receive many messages from people looking for advice. I’m not a doctor, and I emphasize that. However, I can share what has worked for me, the food I eat, and how I live my life. If these tips work for you, great!!”
