In earlier times, measuring blood pressure was so difficult that even
the best of blood pressure instrument did not provide consistently
accurate blood pressure readings. The earliest instrument used for
measuring blood pressure is the sphygmomanometer.
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In this day and age of machines and technology which are expanding
their influence in almost all spheres of our life including medical
science, to test various ailments,
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The proper flow of blood in every corner of your body is important
because it does the function of delivering oxygen, carrying food, and
removing waste from your body. In a normal healthy person, the heart
pumps the blood with a minimum force.
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Controlling blood pressure has become easy with the
in-depth research that has been made into the factors that cause high
blood pressure. Some very effective ways to lower high blood pressure
have been introduced in the last decade. This approach includes
medications combined with a number lifestyle and dietary changes. Some
of these methods have been briefly described below.
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The pressure exerted by the blood when it moves through the arteries is
called blood pressure. When heart expands, it sends the pure blood that
has arrived from the lungs through the left ventricle.
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High blood pressure can not only be cured, it can also be prevented on the
first instance.
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Hypertension is a very dangerous situation that may lead to various
complications such as stroke, kidney damage or cardiovascular disease.
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Those lovely, red, sweet 'n' sour fruits have added yet another feather in
their cap. The
scientists at Ben Gurion University, Israel have proved that eating
tomatoes help in reducing your blood pressure.
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Coffee, tea, some soft drinks and chocolate contain a mild type of
stimulant called caffeine. Caffeine has been under a lot of scrutiny
and has been a subject of research for quite some time as it is
believed to contribute to high blood pressure.
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Measuring blood pressure at home gives you the privilege of monitoring
your BP levels at your own will. It also helps your BP treatment as you
are able to maintain daily records.
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