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There are numerous factors capable of modifying the pressure values registered in a given population. These values ​​may in fact vary according to sex, age, body weight, the device used, the time of day, and the psychophysical and general health of the individual *. Precisely in relation to this last point, it is natural to wonder if there are ideal pressure values, and what is the normal range to follow. Numerous epidemiological studies have attempted to answer these questions and, although there is some variability in the results, in adulthood a blood pressure of 115-120 mmHg for the maximum (or systolic) and 75-80 mmHg for the minimum is considered ideal. (or diastolic).
* For example, the blood pressure values ​​of a child, mainly influenced by height, are generally lower than those of an adult, who in turn shows blood pressure levels lower than those of the elderly. In fact, as we age, the arteries lose their elasticity and oppose greater resistance to the flow of blood. Blood pressure varies throughout the day, peaking in the early morning and late afternoon.
Attention, the pressure rises at night. For this, according to experts, nighttime blood pressure is the most important.
Blood pressure monitor on Amazon
This Omron digital arm blood pressure monitor is available online, adaptable to arms with circumferences between 22 and 42 cm, equipped with Sigma Shape technology, thanks to which it is possible to enjoy greater stability and comfort in the measurement. This device averages the latest measurements and has memory for up to 100 measurements per user with a heart rate irregularity sensor. It even has a guest mode for measuring blood pressure but without recording blood pressure. The measurement results are easy to understand thanks to the colored lights, which turn green when the values ​​are within the limits and orange when they leave the parameters. The start button also acts as a switch off while the green "ok" light indicates that the bracelet has been worn at best. Clinically validated, the product has passed rigorous testing conducted by leading healthcare organizations.
Available on Amazon
Alternatively, opt for an upper arm digital blood pressure monitor with USB power cable and large backlit digital screen for two users. This blood pressure device stores up to 240 readings, 120 for each user, with averages of the last 3 readings for each, to provide a clearer understanding of blood pressure. Each recording is stored with the date and time stamp to keep track of the results. Quick and accurate measurements allow you to take systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse in seconds. Three consecutive readings, one every 15 seconds, can be automatically taken and averaged. The easy-to-read display consists of a large backlit LCD screen so that it can be easily used at home even in low light conditions
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Normal pressure values
The cardiovascular risk of a subject increases progressively for pressure values ​​higher than 115/75 mmHg, to cross over into the pathological (we speak of hypertension) beyond 140/90 mmHg. Generally, doctors therefore believe that a slightly low blood pressure is a protective element against cardiovascular disease
| Arterial pressure values | Systolic / diastolic |
| DANGEROUS LOW PRESSURE | < 50/33 mmHg |
| TOO LOW PRESSURE | < 60/40 mmHg |
| LOW PRESSURE | < 90/60 mmHg |
| OPTIMAL BLOOD PRESSURE | <115/75 mmHg |
| ACCEPTABLE BLOOD PRESSURE | <130/85 |
| PRE-HYPERTENSION | 130-139 / 85-89 mmHg |
| STAGE HYPERTENSION 1 | 140-159 / 90-99 mmHg |
| STAGE HYPERTENSION 2 | >160 / >100 mmHg |
Normal range of blood pressure values ​​in the various age groups
| Age | Min. | Middle | Max | Age | Min. | Middle | Max | |
| 15 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 20 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 25 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 30 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 35 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values |
105 73 108 75 109 76 110 77 111 78 |
117 77 120 79 121 80 122 81 123 82 |
120 81 132 83 133 84 134 85 135 86 |
40 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 45 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 50 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 55 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values 60 years Maximum pressure values Minimum pressure values |
112 79 115 80 116 81 118 82 121 83 |
125 83 127 84 129 85 131 86 134 87 |
137 87 139 88 142 89 144 90 147 91 |
Blood pressure and cardiovascular risk values
Cardiovascular risk quantifies the likelihood of suffering a disease of the heart or blood vessels, based on the presence or absence of certain risk factors. This danger is increased not only by high blood pressure values, but also by smoking, diabetes, overweight (especially in the abdominal area), a diet rich in cholesterol, saturated fats and simple sugars, sedentary lifestyle, alcohol abuse, from entry into menopause (especially if premature), and from aging. Cardiovascular risk can also be assessed through a series of blood tests, including total and LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, triglycerides, homocysteine, fibrinogen, C-reactive protein and antithrombin III.
Decrease the pressure values
DASH diet, reduction of the dietary intake of salt and sodium, abolition of smoking, reduction of alcohol consumption, achievement and / or maintenance of a healthy weight, regular exercise.
