Blood Pressure
Easy-to-Understand Blood Pressure Guide 1. What Is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps. It’s a key measure of health, similar to heart rate, breathing rate, and body temperature. Keeping your blood pressure in a healthy range is important—levels that are too high or too low over time can cause serious health problems. 2. How It’s Measured Unit : Millimeters of mercury (mmHg) Systolic : The higher number, showing the pressure when your heart beats. Diastolic : The lower number, showing the pressure when your heart rests. Example : A reading of 120/80 mmHg means a systolic pressure of 120 and a diastolic pressure of 80. Accuracy Tips : Sit calmly with your arm supported at heart level. Avoid caffeine, energy drinks, smoking, or exercise right before measuring. 3. Blood Pressure Ranges Normal : Less than 120/80 mmHg Elevated : 120–129 systolic and less than 80 diastolic Stage 1 High Blood Pressure :...