BLOOD PRESSURE READING EXPLAINER
Interpret your systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings against official AHA / ACC guidelines. Includes pulse pressure analysis and clinical warnings.
Normal is 40–60 mmHg. Reflects arterial elasticity.
Average perfusion pressure to vital organs.
Lifestyle interventions: Regular cardiovascular activity (150 min/wk), reducing sodium intake, consistent sleep, and weight loss can reduce systolic pressure by 5 to 10 mmHg.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do Systolic and Diastolic numbers mean?
Systolic (the upper number) measures the peak pressure in your blood vessels when your heart beats and contracts. Diastolic (the lower number) measures the resting pressure in your vessels between beats when the heart relaxes.
What are the official AHA/ACC blood pressure categories?
Normal: <120 AND <80 mmHg; Elevated: 120-129 AND <80 mmHg; Stage 1 Hypertension: 130-139 OR 80-89 mmHg; Stage 2 Hypertension: >=140 OR >=90 mmHg; Hypertensive Crisis: >180 AND/OR >120 mmHg.
What is Pulse Pressure?
Pulse Pressure is the difference between your systolic and diastolic readings (Systolic - Diastolic). A normal pulse pressure is between 40 and 60 mmHg. A pulse pressure greater than 60 mmHg in adults over 50 reflects arterial stiffening and is an independent predictor of cardiovascular risk.
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