and your healthcare provider make informed decisions to prevent these serious conditions.
Decoding Your Blood Pressure Numbers
Blood pressure readings consist of two numbers: systolic (top number) and diastolic (bottom number). The systolic pressure measures the force exerted when your heart beats, while the diastolic reflects pressure when your heart rests between beats. While a standard benchmark of 120/80 mm Hg is often referenced, ideal blood pressure varies with age and individual health factors.
Age and Blood Pressure: A Dynamic Relationship
As you age, natural changes in your arteries—such
