Maybe try two readings the next time you get out the blood pressure cuff.
It’s normal for your blood pressure to change when you stand up.
The researchers took blood pressure readings for the participants in various positions, including standing and lying down.
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Researchers found that epinephrine-creatine ratios were higher among those whose blood pressure rose upon standing.
“Epinephrine levels are an estimate of the global effect of stressful stimuli over the 24 hours.
“Overall, this causes an increase in average blood pressure.”
So how do you know if you’re at risk?
And the reality is this study will need further supporting evidence for the results to be confirmed.
Trying out the easy-to-followDASH (or Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) dietis a great place to start.
(Read to follow the DASH diethere.)
And cooking at home more and using lower-sodium ingredients can help you rein in your sodium intake.
The study was demographically limited, so further research is needed to confirm the results.
