Did you know nearly 1.28 billion adults worldwide have high blood pressure, yet 46% don’t even know it.
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Your blood pressure tells a story about your heart’s health—but what do those numbers really mean? Let’s break it down.
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Systolic (Top Number) – Measures pressure when your heart beats. Diastolic (Bottom Number) – Measures pressure when your heart rests.
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Systolic- diastolic , both matters! Let’s explore why.
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-When your heart contracts to pump blood, the pressure is at its highest. It’s the top number in your BP reading (e.g., **120/80 mm Hg).
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A high systolic number may indicate stiff arteries or heart strain.
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Between beats, your heart relaxes and fills with blood. It’s the bottom number in your BP reading (e.g., 120/**80 mm Hg).
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A high diastolic number may signal narrowed or clogged arteries.
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- Normal - 120–139/80–89 mm Hg - At risk (Prehypertension) <120/80 mm Hg *time to make heart- healthy changes.
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High blood pressure (Hypertension): > 140/90 mm Hg Monitor closely and consult your doctor.
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After age 40, blood pressure tends to rise. Check your BP at least once every five years—or more often if you're at risk.
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