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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Suggest Methods To Lower Blood Pressure

Hi Doc,

I'll be 72 years old next June, I've sleeping problem like most of the elderly persons. However on my recent annually check-up my blood pressure was a little high (142/85), I would appreciate if you could kindly advice me how to keep my blood pressure down. Thank you.

Best regards, Melvin Lai
Mon, 25 Sep 2017
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Cardiologist, Interventional,  's  Response
Hello sir and thanks for posting your query here.
Firstly, you need to understand that BP of 142/85 is not high enough to be treated.
As per the latest guidelines, JNC 8, the threshold for treating BP is 150/90 and the target BP is also
So going by these guidelines, you do not need any treatment for BP unless you have other illnesses like diabetes or heart diseases.
Just continue healthy lifestyle that includes healthy diet and a brisk walk for at least 30-45 minutes a day.
I hope this information would help you.
Thanks and all the best.
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Suggest Methods To Lower Blood Pressure

Hello sir and thanks for posting your query here. Firstly, you need to understand that BP of 142/85 is not high enough to be treated. As per the latest guidelines, JNC 8, the threshold for treating BP is 150/90 and the target BP is also So going by these guidelines, you do not need any treatment for BP unless you have other illnesses like diabetes or heart diseases. Just continue healthy lifestyle that includes healthy diet and a brisk walk for at least 30-45 minutes a day. I hope this information would help you. Thanks and all the best.