Here’s what you need to know about blood pressure
About one in every three Americans has high blood pressure. There are no symptoms and only just over half of the people with high blood pressure receive treatment.
Often called the “silent killer,” uncontrolled high blood pressure can cause stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and kidney failure.
Blood pressure measures how hard your heart needs to work to push your blood through the veins and arteries. The top number is the pressure during a heartbeat, and the bottom number is the pressure between beats.
For quick reference you want the top number to be 119 or lower. Talk to your doctor about your blood pressure and all of your risk factors to be sure you are doing all you can to keep your heart healthy!
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Eliz survived a massive heart attack while seven-months pregnant with twins, struggled to lose the 80 pounds gained during her pregnancy, and searched for a way to hold on to the perspective and passion she found in her near-death experience. Drawing on her background as an adaptive movement specialist, Eliz developed simple strategies and tips to help other busy women be more active, eat better and manage your stress.
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