Blood Pressure Category Checker
Input systolic/diastolic values to determine BP category and receive personalized recommendations
Blood Pressure Category Checker
Enter your blood pressure readings to determine your category and receive personalized recommendations based on American Heart Association and Ayurvedic guidelines.
mmHg
Pressure when heart beats (contracts)
mmHg
Pressure when heart rests (between beats)
Blood Pressure Categories (AHA Guidelines)
| Category | Systolic | Diastolic | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | < 120 | AND | < 80 | Maintain healthy lifestyle |
| Elevated | 120-129 | AND | < 80 | Adopt preventive measures |
| Stage 1 HTN | 130-139 | OR | 80-89 | Lifestyle + possible medication |
| Stage 2 HTN | ≥ 140 | OR | ≥ 90 | Medication + lifestyle changes |
| Hypertensive Crisis | > 180 | AND/OR | > 120 | Emergency medical care |
Tips for Accurate BP Measurement
Before Measuring:
- • Rest 5 minutes in quiet environment
- • Avoid caffeine, exercise 30 min before
- • Empty bladder
- • No talking during measurement
During Measurement:
- • Sit with back supported, feet flat
- • Arm at heart level, palm facing up
- • Use proper cuff size
- • Take 2-3 readings, 1 min apart