High blood pressure is often referred to as the silent killer because there are rarely any symptoms until you suffer a major health crisis. Having high blood pressure, or hypertension, means that the force at which your blood is pumping through your arteries is at a level that could cause serious harm to your circulatory system and, consequently other organs. As a result, it is important to manage hypertension to prevent long-term health complications.

Uncontrolled Hypertension can cause:

• Stroke
• Heart disease
• Kidney failure
• Heart attack

One of the difficulties of having it is that you’re unlikely to experience any symptoms, at least until the damage causes other health problems. For that reason, it’s essential to attend regular checks.

It can be due to a variety of causes, including:

• High-fat diet
• High cholesterol
• Consuming too much salt
• Diabetes
• Hormonal imbalances
• Kidney disease
• Lack of exercise
• Advancing age
• Being overweight
• Stress
• Smoking
• Drinking too much alcohol

The good news about it is that it’s straightforward to measure, and therefore you can find out how healthy your reading is in moments. First, your provider wraps an inflatable band around your upper arm and inflates it, then takes the readings off a meter.

Generally, a normal blood pressure reading is below 120 systolic and below 80 diastolic. However,  high blood pressure would be over 140 systolic and above 90 diastolic. Furthermore, if it reaches 160 or above systolic and 100 or above diastolic, your blood pressure is dangerously high. 

Take Charge of Your Heart Health Today!

At Jupiter Gardens Primary Care, your well-being is our top priority. Therefore, our expert team is committed to helping you manage high blood pressure and supporting you on the path to a healthier lifestyle.

In addition, by scheduling your appointment today, you can take the first step towards better health. Let us guide you towards better health.

Together, we’re here to partner with you in maintaining a heart-healthy future.