The phrase “blood pressure” means the force that the blood exerts against the walls of the arteries. Everyone has blood pressure. It is the indicator of how hard the hard is working to push blood throughout the circulatory system.
Although blood pressure alters during the course of the day based on physical activity, a reading of 120/80 of systolic and diastolic readings are considered to be a normal blood pressure. This is the standard reading that is considered the norm for checking the blood pressure increase or decrease.
It is very important to keep blood pressure under control as high blood pressure, or hypertension as it is commonly known, may lead to heart attack or stroke. According to medical research, every 20-point increase in the systolic reading or a 10-point increase in the diastolic reading nearly doubles the risk of heart attack or stroke.
Since there is no cure for high blood pressure, it’s important to keep readings within the normal range. High blood pressure can be controlled by maintaining a proper diet; good sleep habits, avoiding stress and regular medication. Hyperactivity may induce a faster heartbeat, resulting in increased blood pressure. Exercise, within limits, is another way to keep blood pressure in check.
A reading above the normal range of 120/80 is considered high and requires a physician’s attention. Be aware that if anyone in your immediate or secondary family has high or low blood pressure, you too are genetically predisposed to a blood pressure condition. If their blood pressure is normal, yours probably is too. But there are always exceptions.
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