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THE BASICS OF BLOOD PRESSURE

Blood pressure is defined as the force of blood exerting pressure against the walls of arteries, measured in two numbers: systolic (the top number, representing the heart's beating) and diastolic (the bottom number, indicating the heart at rest). A healthy blood pressure reading is below 120/80 mmHg. Readings above this threshold suggest elevated or high blood pressure, which can result in significant health issues.


What are Normal Blood Pressure Levels?

Normal: Less than 120/80 mmHg.


Elevated: Systolic between 120-129 and diastolic less than 80.


High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Stage 1: Systolic between 130-139 or diastolic between 80-89.


High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Stage 2: Systolic 140 or higher or diastolic 90 or higher.


Hypertensive Crisis: If your top number is ever 180 or higher and/or your bottom number is ever 120 or higher, seek emergency medical treatment.





 
 
 

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