Blood Pressure Readings
Blood Pressure NumbersYour blood pressure numbers may be the most important numbers you need to know. At your doctor's visit be sure to ask for your blood pressure numbers and write them down.Systolic blood pressure is the pressure when the heart beats while pumping blood. This is the top number. Diastolic blood pressure is the pressure when the heart is at rest between beats. This is your bottom number. Blood Pressure RangeHigh blood pressure is a serious condition that by itself does not have symptoms. People can have high blood pressure for years and not know it. Meanwhile, it is causing damage to blood vessels, the heart, kidneys and yes, the eyes. Knowing your blood pressure numbers is extremely important. Always ask the doctor or nurse what your blood pressure readings are, write them down, and if you need a reminder ask what your numbers mean.
Normal is below: 120/80 Prehypertension is: 120-139/80-89 Stage 1 is: 140-159/90-99 Stage 2 is: 160&above/100&above Blood pressure numbers are written with the systolic number above with the diastolic listed below, such as 120/80 mmHg. (The mmHg is millimeters of mercury—the units used to measure blood pressure.)
Causes of High Blood Pressure
There are certain factors that contribute to the development of high blood pressure. Factors such as being overweight, not exercising, eating unhealthy foods, drinking alcohol or just plain genetics can be to blame. To learn more about what may be causing you to have high blood pressure click here: Causes of High Blood Pressure How to Lower Blood Pressure
There are many things you can do to lower your blood pressure. Talk to your doctor about high blood pressure medication and what lifestyle changes you need to make to lower your blood pressure naturally. Exercising, loosing weight and eating a healthy diet can make a significant impact on your blood pressure. To learn more about how you can lower your blood pressure click here:
How to Lower Blood Pressure
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