Age 50 how much blood pressure is good?

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The article was professionally consulted with Specialist Doctor II Nguyen Quoc Viet - Interventional Cardiologist - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.
Blood pressure is an important indicator to help assess the health of the body, especially the functioning of the organs of the cardiovascular system. Blood pressure levels vary from time to time and with different ages. Blood pressure that is too high or too low will lead to dangerous complications for the body such as stroke, heart attack, etc. how much is good? We will answer the above question through the article below.

1. Blood pressure overview

1.1. What is blood pressure?

Blood pressure is the force of blood on the artery walls and contributes to the process of pushing blood through the circulatory system (from the heart to the organs in the body). Blood pressure readings are not fixed but can change from time to time as well as different ages. In addition, blood pressure is also an indicator to help assess the health status of the body. A normal and stable blood pressure level is a blood pressure indicator of a healthy person, without cardiovascular diseases.

Blood pressure consists of two parameters, systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure.
Systolic blood pressure: Also known as maximum blood pressure, is the blood pressure measured when the heart is in the process of contracting - the time when the blood pressure on the artery walls is at its highest. During the blood pressure test, the systolic blood pressure level will be displayed at the top and a higher value than the bottom number. Diastolic pressure: Also known as diastolic blood pressure, is the blood pressure measured between the heart's contractions - the time when the heart is relaxing. Diastolic blood pressure has a lower value and is displayed below when measuring blood pressure.

1.2. Factors that affect the body's blood pressure level

Blood pressure levels vary from time to time, from age to age. The further away from the aorta, the lower the blood pressure level and the lowest in the veins. Understanding the factors that affect blood pressure will help you build a lifestyle and activity regimen to maintain normal blood pressure. Some factors that affect blood pressure levels can be mentioned as follows:
Internal factors:
Heart rate and force of contraction of the heart: The faster the heart beats and the stronger the contractions, the more pressure the blood exerts on the walls of the heart. larger arteries. Therefore, when you perform vigorous activities such as after exercise or when you are excited and nervous, your blood pressure will rise higher than normal. Conversely, if the heart rate slows, the force of contraction of the heart decreases, the blood pressure level may drop. Vascular Resistance: The resistance of large artery walls will increase blood pressure. In addition, the vessel wall is less elastic, damage will make it difficult for blood to move, affecting the blood pressure level of the body. Therefore, in the elderly, the blood vessel walls lose their elasticity, the lumen narrows, so medical conditions such as atherosclerosis are often accompanied by high blood pressure. Systolic blood pressure levels are affected by vascular resistance more than diastolic blood pressure.

Blood viscosity: The thicker the blood or the greater the viscosity of the blood, the higher the blood pressure reading. Blood volume: Blood loss conditions reduce blood volume in the body leading to low blood pressure. Besides, a salty, high-salt diet increases osmotic pressure, increasing blood volume leading to increased blood pressure levels. External factors:
Time: Daytime blood pressure levels are higher than nighttime. This mechanism also helps to meet the body's needs for activity. Mental: Emotions of the body stimulate the sympathetic nervous system thereby increasing the activity of the heart, the heart beats faster and contracts stronger. Therefore, the psychological state of the body such as stress, stress, anxiety, strong agitation... all lead to increased blood pressure. Activity: Vigorous activity causes the heart to beat faster and contract strongly, leading to an increase in blood pressure. Temperature: At low temperatures, peripheral blood vessels constrict, blood tends to pool in large arteries, increasing blood pressure. Therefore, blood pressure levels in winter are usually slightly higher than in summer. Diet: A salty, high-salt diet increases water retention in the body, which increases blood volume in the body leading to increased blood pressure.

2. How much blood pressure is good for a 50-year-old person?

Blood pressure in normal healthy people is always within a stable range. Therefore, through the process of checking blood pressure regularly and periodically, it will help you assess the health status and cardiovascular status of the body. So what is a normal blood pressure level? and in middle-aged people like 50-year-old people, what is the best blood pressure?
As recommended by the American Heart Association (AHA), the optimal blood pressure reading in adults is when both systolic and diastolic blood pressure are less than 120/80 mmHg (millimeters of mercury).
Besides, according to the recommendations of the National Hypertension Prevention Program, normal blood pressure levels are divided into 3 categories:
Optimal blood pressure levels: Blood pressure readings less than 120/80 mmHg (Blood pressure). systolic blood pressure less than 120 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure less than 80 mmHg). Normal blood pressure: Systolic blood pressure is between 120 and 129 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure is between 80 and 84 mmHg. High normal blood pressure: Systolic blood pressure is between 130 and 139 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure is between 85 and 89 mmHg. Accordingly, a person whose blood pressure exceeds the high normal blood pressure level is diagnosed as having high blood pressure. People with blood pressure readings in the high normal range are at risk of developing high blood pressure. Therefore, this level of blood pressure is also known as pre-hypertension, which requires regular blood pressure monitoring and a reasonable lifestyle.

At different stages of development and age, the elasticity of blood vessels also changes. As we age, the artery walls accumulate more plaque and become less elastic, which causes the heart to contract harder to push blood away. This will lead to an increase in blood pressure in the long run. Therefore, besides the optimal blood pressure level of 120/80 mmHg, each certain age will have different safe blood pressure levels. According to recommendations, in middle-aged or 50-year-old people, normal blood pressure is in the range of 116/81 - 142/89 mmHg (systolic blood pressure readings from 116 to 142 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure readings from 116 to 142 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure). from 81 to 89 mmHg), in which the optimal blood pressure is 129/85 mmHg.
People in their 50s in particular or middle age in general is a period when people have many changes in their biological cycle, the most significant of which is hormonal changes, so they are prone to diseases. infection. Therefore, if you do not manage and check your blood pressure regularly, it will easily lead to high blood pressure or low blood pressure.
Hypertension: Defined when the blood pressure reading is greater than 140/90 mmHg. Because the borderline between normal blood pressure and hypertension is very small and symptoms of hypertension are few, more than 50% of patients have no detectable disease. Meanwhile, high blood pressure is the leading cause of cardiovascular diseases such as stroke, cerebrovascular accident, heart failure, kidney failure, vision loss, memory impairment... Low blood pressure: Determined when the blood pressure reading is less than 90/60 mmHg. However, low blood pressure includes two forms: physiological low blood pressure without symptoms and pathological low blood pressure with typical symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, headache, dizziness... and need to be treated. .

3. Measures to maintain normal blood pressure levels

Besides the question of how much blood pressure is good for a 50-year-old, how to maintain blood pressure within the normal range is a matter of great interest to many people. By developing a method to help stabilize blood pressure, it will help you limit the risk of complications of low blood pressure or high blood pressure such as cerebrovascular accident, heart failure, stroke ...
Some Methods of maintaining a normal blood pressure level are as follows:

3.1. Set up a scientific and reasonable diet

Diet has a huge impact on the stability of blood pressure. A scientific and reasonable diet menu will help the body maintain weight, limit the risk of obesity, hyperlipidemia... Accordingly, daily nutrition should be built according to the following principles. :
Ensure a balance of protein, starch, fiber, fat, vitamins and minerals. Avoid eating too much salt or eating salty foods. You should limit drinks as much as possible such as alcohol, beer, coffee, soft drinks... Do not smoke. Getting enough sleep helps keep blood vessels, cardiovascular system healthy, reduces the risk of stress, stroke...

3.2. Exercise regularly

Besides a scientific and reasonable diet, establishing healthy living habits and activities is extremely necessary to maintain normal blood pressure levels. Therefore, you should exercise every day for at least 30 minutes a day, and always keep your mind happy and comfortable.

3.3. Periodic health check

Regular health check-ups every 6 months are essential. Periodic health check-ups not only help to detect the risk of diseases early, but also help you prevent them, and the earliest treatment when detected will help increase the effectiveness of treatment. In particular, regular blood pressure checks will help you manage your blood pressure levels, thereby building appropriate training methods and activities to get the most optimal blood pressure readings.

One of the safest and most accurate ways to know your blood pressure is to have your blood pressure checked at a reputable hospital. The Hypertension checkup package deployed at Vinmec International General Hospital is the first choice for people at risk of high blood pressure or signs of hypertension. The examination package will help determine the causes, complications and levels of hypertension, help patients understand their health status and promptly take necessary interventions.

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