What is the normal blood pressure by age?
children- 100/60, Adults- 120/80 and >60yrs- 130/80
Last updated on 01 Apr 2021
A) High risk of HF(Heart failure )without symptoms or disease B) Structural heart disease but without symptoms or signs C) Structural heart disease with prior or current symptoms D) Advanced HF
High blood pressure is considered to be 140/90mmHg or higher (or 150/90mmHg or higher if you're over the age of 80) ideal blood pressure is usually considered to be between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg.
Potassium reduces the effect of sodium on the body. Hence, eating bananas lower blood pressure due to their high potassium content.
You cannot lower yout BP immediately. Follow a healthy life style and eat food rich in fibre and protein, exercise for 30-40 mins and reduce stress
Both the arms can be used for BP measurement and sometimes, your doctor might take two readings from two arms to check for any variations too. Generally, it's best to take your blood pressure from your left arm if you are right-handed.
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