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©High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (BP), or hypertension (HTN) is the single most important risk factor for stroke. Many people believe control of high blood pressure is a key reason for the decrease in death rates for stroke.
It is estimated that the prevalence of high blood pressure in adults over the age of 20 is approximately 72 million in the United States alone.
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Up to 95 % of high blood pressure are from unknown causes, but the condition is easily detectable and treatable.
In addition to medications, diet, exercise, and weight loss can assist in controlling your blood pressure.
Please ask to see a dietitian to assist you with healthy meal planning to lower both your blood pressure and your cholesterol.
• Normal blood pressure is 120/80.
• High blood pressure is 130/80 or higher.
• If you are diabetic, you are considered to have high blood pressure if your blood pressure is 130/85.
