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My bp was recorded 140/80

2018-08-08 05:51:41
Is this reading for high BP ?? Plz advice I did a lot of driving the last 3 to 4 days .. How can I reduce it ?
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Yes considered as high BP only can take 2-3 more readings if all matches than high BP is there, reduce weight, reduce salt intake

Answered2018-08-08 06:20:57

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