Have you been LIED TO about what your BLOOD PRESSURE should be?
Systolic pressure: The pressure when your heart beats and pushes blood out of the ventricles.
Diastolic pressure: The pressure when your heart relaxes between beats.
Here’s a table categorizing blood pressure readings according to the American Heart Association (AHA):
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Blood pressure reading
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Blood Pressure Category
Systolic (mmHg)
Diastolic (mmHg)
Normal
Less than 120
Less than 80
Elevated
120-129
Less than 80
Stage 1 hypertension
130-139
80-89
Stage 2 hypertension
140 or higher
90 or higher
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It’s important to note that blood pressure can vary throughout the day. However, if you consistently have high blood pressure readings, it’s important to see a doctor to determine the cause and get treatment. Early detection and treatment of high blood pressure can help prevent serious health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.