We all know that little moment of stress when the blood pressure cuff inflates… But is it really anything to worry about at 135? And is it normal for it to rise a little over the years? Good news: blood pressure changes naturally, and no, it’s not always a problem. Here’s what you need to know to stay calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udcca Understanding Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is the pressure of blood against the arteries.
\ud83d\udc93 Systolic (the first number): pressure when the heart contracts
\ud83d\udc93 Diastolic (the second number): pressure when the heart relaxes
Ideal reference value: 120\/80 mmHg\u2026 but it varies depending on age, lifestyle, or stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udccc Normal blood pressure by age (mmHg)
\ud83d\udc69 18 \u2013 29 years \u2192 115\u2013120 \/ 75\u201380
\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83e\uddb0 30 \u2013 39 years \u2192 120\u2013125 \/ 78\u201382
\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83e\uddb3 40 \u2013 49 years \u2192 125\u2013130 \/ 80\u201385
\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83e\uddb3 50 \u2013 59 years \u2192 130\u2013135 \/ 80\u201386
\ud83d\udc75 60 \u2013 69 years \u2192 135\u2013140 \/ 85\u201388
\ud83d\udc74 70 years and over \u2192 140\u2013145 \/ 85\u201390 (tolerated)
\u26a0\ufe0f These are General values \u200b\u200bGuidelines: Only a doctor can make a reliable diagnosis.
\ud83d\udea8 When should you pay attention?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Moderate hypertension: \u2265 140\/90 mmHg
Excessively low blood pressure: \u2264 90\/60 mmHg
\ud83d\udc49 A single reading is not enough: the trend is observed over several days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83e\udde0 Why does blood pressure rise with age?
The arteries become less flexible.
The heart must pump harder.
Natural regulation is less effective
. \u27a1\ufe0f After age 60, slightly higher blood pressure is often tolerated if no other risk factors are present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udf3f 5 simple steps to protect your blood pressure
\ud83e\udd66 Eat a balanced diet: more vegetables, less salt (replace it with aromatic herbs and spices)
\ud83d\udeb6 Exercise every day: 30 minutes of brisk walking is enough
\ud83d\ude34 Sleep well: quality sleep helps stabilize blood pressure
\u2615 Avoid stimuli: coffee, tea, alcohol in moderation
\ud83d\udcc9 Monitor regularly: at home or at the pharmacy<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udca1 Remember: a small daily gesture can do a lot for your heart and your well-being.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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