Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Lower Hypertension Risk Among Jakarta Office Workers
A 2026 study published in the Multitech Journal of Science and Technology reports a significant link between healthy lifestyle habits and lower hypertension risk among employees of PT X in Jakarta. The research was conducted by Bona Dwiramajaya Hartoyo, Margarita Dewi Lelasari, and Hairawati from Universitas Borobudur. Conducted in February 2025 and published in Volume 3, Issue 2 of the journal, the findings highlight the growing importance of workplace health promotion as hypertension continues to rise across Indonesia.
Hypertension remains one of the most common non-communicable diseases globally and nationally. The World Health Organization estimates that 22 percent of the world’s population lives with high blood pressure. In Indonesia, the Ministry of Health has identified hypertension as the leading non-communicable disease, with hundreds of thousands of reported cases annually. Sedentary work patterns, long office hours, high-salt diets, and limited physical activity are widely recognized contributors.
Why Workplace Lifestyle Matters
Office employees are particularly vulnerable to unhealthy habits. Long working hours often reduce opportunities for exercise, shorten sleep duration, and increase reliance on fast food or processed meals high in fat, sugar, and salt. Over time, these patterns contribute to weight gain, cholesterol buildup, and increased blood pressure.
The researchers from Universitas Borobudur examined whether healthy lifestyle practices among employees of PT X in Jakarta were associated with measurable differences in hypertension risk. Their findings provide practical evidence that everyday behavioral choices—such as diet control and regular physical activity—are closely linked to cardiovascular health outcomes.
How the Study Was Conducted
The research used a quantitative cross-sectional design, meaning data were collected at one point in time to analyze relationships between variables.
Key methodological details:
- Location: PT X office, Jakarta
- Timeframe: February 2025
- Participants: 25 employees
- Data Collection Tool: Structured questionnaire
- Analysis Method: Univariate and bivariate statistical analysis using the Chi-Square test
The questionnaire gathered demographic information (age, gender, education level) and assessed knowledge and behaviors related to healthy lifestyle practices.
Profile of the Participants
Among the 25 employees surveyed:
- 52% were late adults
- 56% were male
- 68% held a college degree
- 60% demonstrated good knowledge and practice of healthy lifestyle habits
- 52% were categorized as having low hypertension risk
The data indicate that awareness of healthy living was relatively high within the workforce.
Key Findings
The statistical analysis revealed a strong and significant relationship between healthy lifestyle practices and lower hypertension risk.
Major findings include:
- Employees who maintained healthy lifestyles were significantly more likely to have a low risk of hypertension.
- The Chi-Square test produced a P-value of 0.000, indicating a statistically significant association (P < 0.05).
- The Odds Ratio (OR) ranged from 2.064 to 27.252, suggesting that lifestyle factors substantially influenced hypertension risk levels.
- Among employees who practiced healthy habits, 76.5% were classified as having low hypertension risk.
These results confirm that employees with better lifestyle knowledge and healthier routines were less likely to fall into higher-risk hypertension categories.
What the Findings Mean
The research by Bona Dwiramajaya Hartoyo and colleagues at Universitas Borobudur reinforces growing global evidence that lifestyle modification is a primary strategy for hypertension prevention.
Unhealthy routines identified in the literature include:
- Excessive sitting
- Smoking
- High-fat and low-fiber diets
- High salt consumption
- Physical inactivity
- Chronic stress
In contrast, regular exercise—particularly up to 300 minutes per week—has been associated in other studies with reduced blood pressure and improved metabolic health.
According to the authors from Universitas Borobudur, the findings demonstrate that “there is a connection between a healthy lifestyle and the risk of hypertension among PT X employees in Jakarta,” based on the statistically significant test results. The researchers emphasize that promoting healthier daily habits can help reduce cardiovascular risk in office-based work environments.
Implications for Companies and Policymakers
The study carries important implications for corporate health programs and public health policy:
For Employers:
- Introduce workplace wellness programs
- Encourage physical activity breaks
- Provide healthier cafeteria options
- Offer routine blood pressure screenings
For Policymakers:
- Strengthen non-communicable disease prevention campaigns
- Promote salt reduction initiatives
- Support workplace health regulations
For Employees:
- Maintain balanced diets with controlled salt intake
- Engage in regular physical activity
- Reduce prolonged sedentary behavior
- Monitor blood pressure regularly
As Indonesia continues to address rising rates of cardiovascular disease, preventive strategies focused on lifestyle behavior could reduce healthcare costs and improve workforce productivity.
Study Limitations
The research involved a relatively small sample of 25 participants within a single company. The authors acknowledge that broader studies with larger populations would strengthen the evidence base. Future research could also explore long-term health outcomes through longitudinal designs.
Author Profiles
Bona Dwiramajaya Hartoyo, S.K.M., M.K.M. is a public health academic at Universitas Borobudur specializing in community health and non-communicable disease prevention.
Margarita Dewi Lelasari, S.K.M., M.K.M. is a lecturer at Universitas Borobudur with expertise in health promotion and epidemiology.
Hairawati, S.K.M., M.K.M. is affiliated with Universitas Borobudur and focuses on quantitative health research and public health interventions.
Together, the Universitas Borobudur team contributes to evidence-based research aimed at improving preventive healthcare practices in Indonesia.
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