The Egyptian Society for Blood Transfusion Services
Some factors that may affect the normal blood pressure rate according to age include the following:
▪︎ Stress and anxiety.
▪︎ Sitting in the leg position over the leg for long periods.
▪︎ Eat meals before measuring pressure.
▪︎ Have some drinks that contain high levels of caffeine.
▪︎ Excessive drinking of alcohol or tobacco.
● Here are some tips to help you maintain a normal blood pressure level depending on age or based on any other factor:
1. Eat a balanced diet.. follow a diet
Rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds, and sources of lean protein such as fish and beans, all of which contribute to maintaining normal blood pressure and heart health.
Make sure to avoid processed foods and red meat, and cut down on sugar and saturated fat.
2. Reducing salt intake. Excessive salt intake throws off the balance of sodium and potassium in the body, which increases fluid retention and pressure on the kidneys and blood vessels
You serve blood, potassium-rich foods such as; Potatoes, bananas, avocados, sweet potatoes, and green vegetables will help mitigate the effects of sodium.
3. Exercise.. Be sure to exercise to maintain blood pressure in the normal range, because exercise causes the body to release nitric acid, which helps blood vessels dilate and reduce blood pressure, and regular activity also helps in weight loss. , lower levels of harmful cholesterol, reduce stress, and maintain heart health.
4. Quit smoking.. Smoking increases blood pressure and heart rate and increases the risk of a heart attack or stroke, because nicotine leads to narrowing and hardening of the arteries.