Blood Pressure

How to Keep Your Hands for the Most Accurate BP Measurement

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Correct Way to Position Your Hands During BP Measurement

Getting your blood pressure checked seems simple, but did you know that how you position your hands and arms can impact the accuracy of your reading? Many people unknowingly make small mistakes—like letting their arm hang or clenching their fist—that can lead to misleading results. An incorrect reading might cause unnecessary concern or even a … Read more

How Much Salt Should High Blood Pressure Patients Eat in a Day?

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Salt and High Blood Pressure

Let’s talk about a tough but important topic: salt. If you have high blood pressure (aka hypertension), you probably know that salt can be a bit of a sneaky troublemaker. It’s not that salt itself is bad (our bodies actually need some sodium to function properly), but when we have too much, it can make … Read more