Why do values change with age?
As we age:
- Arteries become less elastic
- The heart may have a harder time pumping blood
- Pressure self-regulating mechanisms slow down
For this reason, slightly higher values after the age of 60 are considered normal or at least tolerable, as long as there are no associated symptoms or pathologies.
Tips to keep your blood pressure under control
Eat a diet low in salt and high in fruits and vegetables
Maintain a healthy weight
Do moderate but regular physical activity
Reduce alcohol consumption and quit smoking
Monitor your blood pressure regularly at home or at the pharmacy
Blood pressure values vary according to age, but it is important not to neglect even small changes, especially if they are recurring. Measuring consistently and knowing your reference values is the first step to preventing heart problems, strokes and vascular complications.
