Blood Pressure is a measurement of the pressure your heart uses to pump blood around your body. Your heart pumps blood into your arteries with every heart beat. Your blood pressure is highest when your heart is pumping the blood; this is called systolic pressure. When your heart is at rest between beats, your blood pressure falls; this is called diastolic pressure. Blood Pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg).
If your blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg, it means your systolic pressure is 140 and your diastolic pressure is 90. In general, ideal blood pressure is considered as 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmhHg.
Type of Blood Pressure
There are two type of Blood Pressure.
- High Blood Pressure or Hypertension
- Low Blood Pressure or Hypotension
If your blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg or higher, it’s called High Blood Pressure or Hypertension. If your blood pressure is 90/60 mmHg or lower, it’s called Low Blood Pressure or Hypotension.
Cause of High Blood Pressure or Hypertension
High blood pressure is often related to an unhealthy lifestyle. Some of the causes of high blood pressure include drinking alcohol, smoking, being overweight, eating junk food and fast food, and not getting enough exercise.
Cause of Low Blood Pressure or Hypotension
Low blood pressure is less common then high blood pressure. Some medical conditions cause low blood pressure which includes pregnancy, dehydration, blood loose, harmon related disorder, heart and heart valve condition, severe infection, severe allergy, lack of nutrient diet.
Treatment of High Blood Pressure
Treatment of high blood pressure or hypotension includes changes in lifestyle and medicines. For medicines, you have to consult your physician and make a proper treatment plan that includes medicine, eating and exercise chart.
Treatment of Low Blood Pressure
Low blood pressure can be treated by lifestyle changes and medicines. For medicines, you have to consult your physician and make a proper treatment plan. You may eat more salt, avoid alcohol, and eat small meals frequently to increase your blood pressure level.
