Hi, I am a 28 year old 145lb male that latley (4 weeks) has had an average BP of 143/90-96. I am currently taking Benicar 20mg and Cartia 240mg. I walk a lot with my job. I dont smoke and I dont drink hardly at all. I eat pretty good. I do stress a lot and dont lift weights as much as I used too. My question is should I be worried about this average? What can I do to lower it? It stresses me out and I frequently get dizzy spells.
Please help
Matt
Hi Matt20,
The Joint National Committee defines four blood pressure categories.
Very High Range - Stage 2 Hypertension
Systolic (top) blood pressure 160 mm Hg or high
Diastolic (bottom) blood pressure 100 mm Hg or higher
If in this range you have hypertension (high blood pressure).
High Range - Stage 1 Hypertension
Systolic (top) blood pressure 140 - 159 mm Hg
Diastolic (bottom) blood pressure 90 - 99 mm Hg
If in this range you have hypertension (high blood pressure).
Caution Range - Prehypertension
Systolic (top) blood pressure 120 - 139 mm Hg
Diastolic (bottom) blood pressure 80 - 89 mm Hg
Take action!
Normal Range - Normal
Systolic (top) blood pressure below 120 mm Hg
Diastolic (bottom) blood pressure below 80 mm Hg
Perfect!
A blood pressure of 143/90-96 mm Hg falls within the stage 1 hypertension range and is a concern. I recommend discussing with your physician. Also, learn more about the DASH diet to lower blood pressure. Making a diet changes is a very effective way to lower blood pressure combined with increased physical activity.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
7 Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure
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