Systolic Pressure and Diastolic Pressure

Systolic pressure is the maximum pressure of each heart beat (systole). Whereas, diastolic pressure is the minimum pressure of each heart beat. These two pressures are measured in order to determine a person's level of blood pressure.

For young and middle-aged adult, a pressure of 120 (systolic) over 80 (diastolic), 120/80 is considered normal. 140/90 is cause for concern, while one of 160/95 is definitely high and requires treatment.

When people adopt a more 'developed' way of life, blood pressure starts to arise. Mainly it is due to stress.


Coping with stress.....