Blood Pressure: Your Heart's Health Depends on It.
Many people ignore blood pressure until it becomes a major worry, although it is an essential sign of general health. Hypertension, another name for high blood pressure, is a major contributor to heart disease, stroke, and other health issues. Maintaining good health requires knowledge of blood pressure, its risks, and management techniques. What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force the blood in circulation exerts on the artery walls. It is measured using two numbers: • Systolic Pressure (the top number): Indicates the arterial pressure during a heartbeat. • Diastolic Pressure (the bottom figure): Indicates the artery pressure during the intervals between heartbeats. The usual range for a normal blood pressure reading is 120/80 mmHg. While readings below 90/60 mmHg may suggest hypotension (low blood pressure), readings continuously above 130/80 mmHg indicate hypertension. Causes and Risk Factors for High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is caused by several fact...
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