Cardiovascular disorders and aging can bring on blood pressure problems and today one out of four Americans suffers from high blood pressure.*

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About Blood Pressure

Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of arteries. It is measured as two numbers—the systolic pressure (as the heart beats) and the diastolic pressure (as the heart relaxes between beats). A blood pressure measurement of 120/80 is expressed verbally as "120 over 80."

What is Normal Blood Pressure?

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute considers normal blood pressure to be less than 120 systolic and less than 80 diastolic.

Why is high blood pressure a problem?

High blood pressure is dangerous because it makes the heart work harder than normal and makes the artery walls hard. High blood pressure increases the risk for heart disease and stroke, both leading causes of death for Americans. High blood pressure also can be associated with other problems, such as heart failure, kidney disease, and blindness.   

How will I know if I have high blood pressure?

High blood pressure often has no warning signs or symptoms.  The only certain way to know if you have high blood pressure is to have it measured.  Ask your medical professional for help.

Are some people more apt than others to have high blood pressure?

Yes, a family history of high blood pressure may mean you are more likely to develop high blood pressure yourself.  However, anyone, regardless of race, age, or gender, can develop high blood pressure.  About one quarter of American adults have high blood pressure, although many may not know it. Being overweight increases your risk of developing high blood pressure. In fact, blood pressure rises as body weight increases

How do I get rid of high blood pressure? 

Once high blood pressure develops, it usually is with you the rest of your life.  But high blood pressure can be controlled with diet, exercise, medications and herbal supplements.  Losing even 10 pounds can lower blood pressure. 

• Diuretics are sometimes called "water pills" because they work in the kidney to flush out excess water and salts from the body.
• Beta-blockers reduce nerve impulses to the heart so that it beats more slowly and with less force.
• Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors prevent the formation of the hormone which causes blood vessels to narrow and causes the vessels to relax so that blood pressure goes down.
• Angiotensin antagonist shields blood vessels from angiotensin II so that the vessels become wider and blood pressure goes down.
• Calcium channel blockers (CCBs) keep calcium from entering the muscle cells of the heart and blood vessels so the blood vessels relax.
• Alpha-blockers reduce nerve impulses to blood vessels, which allows blood to pass more easily.
• Nervous system inhibitors relax blood vessels by controlling nerve impulses.
• Vasodilators directly open blood vessels by relaxing the muscle in the vessel walls.