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What Are Normal Blood Pressure Values?
Understanding blood pressure is an important step toward maintaining overall health, especially when making smart food and lifestyle choices. Since diet plays a major role in heart health, knowing what’s considered normal blood pressure can help guide healthier recipe decisions.
Understanding Blood Pressure Numbers
Blood pressure is measured using two numbers:
- Systolic pressure (top number): The pressure in your arteries when your heart beats
- Diastolic pressure (bottom number): The pressure in your arteries when your heart rests between beats
These numbers are written as systolic/diastolic, such as 120/80 mm Hg.
Normal Blood Pressure Ranges
According to widely accepted medical guidelines:
- Normal:
Less than 120/80 mm Hg - Elevated:
120–129 systolic and less than 80 diastolic - High Blood Pressure (Hypertension Stage 1):
130–139 systolic or 80–89 diastolic - High Blood Pressure (Hypertension Stage 2):
140/90 mm Hg or higher - Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension):
Below 90/60 mm Hg (may be normal for some people but can cause symptoms in others)
Why Normal Blood Pressure Matters
Maintaining normal blood pressure reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney problems, and other serious health conditions. While genetics play a role, daily habits—especially what we eat—have a powerful impact.
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