But, is this something you should do?
Okay, what is blood pressure?
When you have your blood pressure taken, youll see two numbers.
When should someone check their blood pressure at home?
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
Evendrinking alcohol can increase high blood pressure, according to theCDC.
cardiologist and medical director of Non-Invasive Cardiology at MemorialCare Heart and Vascular Institute at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California
Just a heads up, though: Its bestnotto take your blood pressure first thing.
Your blood pressure after awakening is most often the highest blood pressure of the day, Dr. Andersen says.
Your feet should be flat on the floor, and your legs should not be crossed.
You want to be relaxed, Dr. Wong says.
Your physical activity and stress can affect the reading.
Andersen recommends taking off the cuff completely between readings.
Leaving it on, partially inflated, will alter the readings, she says.
Youll want to see your doctor and come up with a treatment plan, she says.
We tend to start with lifestyle modifications and go from there.
cardiologist and medical director of Non-Invasive Cardiology at MemorialCare Heart and Vascular Institute at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California
But getting treated is crucial.
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