Fight Hypertension

The heart is a four chambered pump that works by sending blood either to the lungs for more oxygen or to the body to make energy from the oxygen. Blood pressure is created through the resistance of the body's arteries related to the flow of blood. The pumping of the heart is where the pressure begins. High blood pressure or hypertension is when the blood is pumping at a higher pressure than normal which can cause cardiovascular damage and eventually heart disease.

Normal blood pressure is defined as a systolic pressure of less than 120 mmHg and less than 80 diastolic pressure. The normal resting heart rate for an adult is somewhere between 60 to 75 beats per minute. The two metrics are very important for health check ups and can help you and your doctor learn a lot about the health of your cardiovascular system.

Your pulse aka heart rate tells you how fast your heart is beating. Your body pumps blood throughout by sending out electrical signals through the conduction system which stimulates the heart to beat or contract. The speed and strength of each beat is affected by the central nervous system according to the conditions of your body. For example, during times of stress or exercise, the heart will beat faster. Older adults and people who exercise regularly generally have a much lower resting heart rate than younger or out of shape people.

If you learn that you have heart disease, it can be overwhelming and confusing. Heart disease is complex and can sometimes be difficult to understand, but having an awareness of blood pressure and the circulatory system can help you avoid further damage.

There are severe consequences of ignoring your blood pressure. If you don't do something then you will have an increased risk of premature death from stroke or heart attack - this is why it is often called the "silent killer". Click here now and find out the truth about blood pressure.