A FEW WORDS ABOUT BLOOD PRESSURE
Blood pressure is the force on the walls of your blood vessels as blood flows through them..
Your heart is like a pump.. When it contracts, pressure increases (systolic pressure)..
When your heart relaxes blood
When a doctor takes your blood pressure, he or she measures both your systolic and diastolic pressures and records them as numbers..
The more difficult it is for your blood to flow through your blood vessels, the higher both numbers will be.. When blood pressure is consistently above normal it is called hypertension (high blood pressure)..
Your blood pressure changes constantly.. Blood pressure changes from day to day and minute to minute according to your body’s needs..
One or two readings will not determine your normal blood pressure.. It is very important to take regular, daily measurements and to keep accurate records.. In partnership with your doctor, an accurate record of your blood pressure over a period of time can be a valuable aid in diagnosing and preventing potential health problems..
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