Did you know that having a full bladder can raise your blood pressure by 10 points or more? When the bladder is full of urine, it puts pressure on the kidneys. This can lead to higher blood pressure. How does the urinary system regulate hypertension? The increased Na and waterRead More →
What causes a drop in pressure? You may have a leak somewhere in your boiler system. It may only be a tiny leak but, if it’s gone unnoticed for some time, it could lead to a gradual drop in pressure. Take a look around your home for signs of dampRead More →
The previous guidelines set the threshold at 140/90 mm Hg for people younger than age 65 and 150/80 mm Hg for those ages 65 and older. This means 70% to 79% of men ages 55 and older are now classified as having hypertension. What is the normal blood pressure forRead More →
The previous guidelines set the threshold at 140/90 mm Hg for people younger than age 65 and 150/80 mm Hg for those ages 65 and older. This means 70% to 79% of men ages 55 and older are now classified as having hypertension. What is the normal blood pressure forRead More →