what are the chances of developing hypertension?

I have blood pressure of around 123/80, I am 5’10" 183 lbs, which puts me at overweight, I have a 32 inch waistline, "pair shape" body. Blood pressure in the range of 120-129/80-89 is now considered bad and prehypertension. One article I read said, that with a blood pressure like this I am 4 times more likely to have a stroke or a heart attack than the average people in my age group, I am 22.


2 Responses to “what are the chances of developing hypertension?”

  1. Ashley E says:

    Normal blood pressure is 110/70. You are hypertensive. Start avoiding foods that raise blood pressure (salty ones) and eating foods that lower blood pressure (those high in potassium).

  2. vickiemay says:

    according to this chart you are in normal range , until your BP reaches over 132 , you are not over normal*

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