Normal Blood Pressure Values

 

Common Causes of High Blood Pressure

 

  • Stress

  • Inactivity

  • High-salt diet

  • Obesity

  • Alcohol & smoking

  • Poor sleep / sleep apnea

Most of these can be improved with lifestyle changes.

How to Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure

  • Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains

  • Reduce sodium (1,500–2,300 mg/day)

  • Exercise (30 minutes/day)

  • Manage stress (breathing, meditation, yoga)

  • Limit alcohol

  • Monitor at home

  • Consider the DASH Diet

Common Myths

Common Myths

 

❌ “If I feel fine, my blood pressure is okay.”
→ High BP often has no symptoms.

❌ “Only older people get high blood pressure.”
→ Increasing in younger adults.

❌ “Lower is always better.”
→ Too low can cause dizziness and fainting.

❌ “Needing medication is a failure.”
→ Hypertension is partly genetic; meds are often essential and effective.

Bottom Line

Normal blood pressure is below 120/80 mmHg — and knowing your numbers is one of the best things you can do for your long-term heart health.

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