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    Blood Pressure

    How to avoid hypertension?

    Tags: Categories: Blood Pressure, Health, Health Tips & Advice
    Wednesday, May 4, 2016

    What is blood pressure?
    Your heart pumps blood. Blood pressure is the force of blood against your blood vessels as it circulates. This force is necessary to make the blood flow, delivering nutrients and oxygen throughout your body.

    What is high blood pressure?
    High blood pressure, also called hypertension, means there is too much pressure in your blood vessels. This can damage your blood vessels and cause health problems.  Anyone can develop high blood pressure, but it becomes more common as you get older.

    Controlling Blood Pressure
    You can make changes to your lifestyle that will help you control your blood pressure. Your doctor might prescribe medications that can help you. By controlling your blood pressure, you will lower your risk for the harmful effects of high blood pressure.

    Make Lifestyle Changes
    Lifestyle changes can help you control your blood pressure.

    • Diet. Eat a healthy diet that is:
      * Low in salt (sodium), total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol.
      * High in fresh fruits and vegetables.
    • Be active. Try taking a brisk 10-minute walk 3 times a day 5 days a week.
    • Do not smoke. If you smoke, quit as soon as possible.

    These lifestyle changes for blood pressure control are similar to those for preventing high blood pressure.

    High Blood Pressure Risk Factors

    • Being overweight or obese
    • Smoking
    • Little or no exercise
    • Too much salt in the diet
    • Drinking too much alcohol
    • Stress
    • History of high blood pressure in the family

    Preventing High Blood Pressure

    • Maintaining a healthy weight
    • Getting regular exercise
    • Reducing salt intake
    • Drinking alcohol in moderation
    • Reduce stress
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    Common Questions On Blood Pressure

    Categories: Blood Pressure
    Monday, October 19, 2015

     

    Blood pressure is defined as the pressure that moves the blood, and is directly linked to heart health.

    Read on to find out what you will definitely need to know about blood pressure, and do remember to take them to heart.
    Qn 1: Why does the blood pressure tend to increase as we grow older?

    Ans: As we age, our blood vessels age too, hence our blood pressure has a higher tendency of increasing.

    When our blood vessels age, cholesterol adheres to the vessels and they lose their elasticity. This is further worsened by being overweight and not exercising sufficiently.

    When blood pressure is high, it accelerates the hardening of the arteries (i.e. arteriosclerosis) and this increases the risk of a heart attack or stroke.

    Your blood pressure fluctuates constantly throughout the day. Monitoring your blood pressure daily may save your life!
    Qn 2: Why does my blood pressure differ every time I measure it?

    Ans: The blood pressure fluctuates with the contraction of the heart. And as the blood pressure is always fluctuating, it is difficult to get an accurate blood pressure reading from just one measurement.

    To ensure you get a more accurate measurement, try measuring two to three times consecutively. The first measurement will be higher due to tension or the preparation process of measuring.

    When you measure again, you will be more relaxed and your blood pressure reading will be about 5 to 10 mmHg lower. This tendency is observed more strongly in individuals with hypertension.

    Consecutive measurements may cause your arm to be congested with stagnant blood, resulting in an inaccurate reading. It is hence important to clear the congestion before measuring your blood pressure again.

    To clear the congestion, follow these steps:

    Raise your arm and hand high, with the arm cuff on
    Open and close your palm repeatedly for 15 times

    Note: An arm cuff that is wrapped incorrectly or is loose will also result in an inaccurate measurement of your blood pressure.
    Qns 3: When is the best time to measure my blood pressure?

    Ans: You should always measure your blood pressure at the same time of the day, such as after getting up in the morning or when you feel physically and mentally stable.

    It is recommended that you measure at least once in the morning after waking up and once in the evening before going to bed.

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