As blood circulates through your body, it exerts pressure against the walls of your arteries. That pressure is what is measured with a blood pressure device. Blood Pressure is measured by two numbers. The top number is called systolic and measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart is pumping. The low number is called diastolic that measures the pressure in your arteries when they are resting and refilling. High Blood Pressure is something you need to avoid in order to keep your heart and arteries healthy and clear of any cardiovascular disease. Blood Pressure is always best measured at rest. Ideal blood pressure is 120 over 80 your blood pressure should be less than 135 over 85 in the comfort of your home and less than 140 over 90 elsewhere. If you suffer from diabetes, your blood pressure should always be lower than 130 over 80. If your numbers are consistently above these targets, you should consult your doctor is very important.

If the blood pressure is consistently higher than normal then it is called high blood pressure or hypertension. However, before saying that someone is suffering from high blood pressure, blood pressure should be measured after sitting for at least 5 minutes at three different times for at least three days. If you found the blood pressure is consistently high for more than three times, it can be said for sure that you are suffering from high blood pressure or hypertension.

· Generally speaking, if a person has a blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg (a unit of tor pressure) or above in both arms, it can be called high blood pressure.

· Again, if the blood pressure is 139/69 to 120/80 mm Hg, it is called prehypertension. Pre-hypertension is not a disease, but people with pre-hypertension are much more likely to develop hypertension.

· Again, in the case of diabetic or kidney patients, caution should be exercised only if the blood pressure is above 130/60 ton and treatment should be started if necessary in consultation with a specialist doctor.

Proper Technique to Measure Blood Pressure?

Take your blood pressure following these easy instructions.

Keep a log of your readings for your doctor.

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