You know a lot about how blood pressure works, and that’s great! If you haven’t already, talk to your provider about what else you can do to help keep your blood pressure in a range that supports your health. Even some simple lifestyle changes can help keep those numbers in check.

This quiz is not meant to be a diagnostic tool or replace the support of a credentialed health professional, such as your primary care provider.

You know the basics of blood pressure, but don’t stop there. Understanding how and why this number influences your overall health is mportant no matter what age you are or what your current health is like.

One of the most important takeaways: High blood pressure is called “the silent killer” because you can have it without experiencing symptoms. That’s why your provider will want to check it when you’re in for an annual physical, or any other time you get health care.

If your blood pressure is a little higher or lower than is ideal for your health, know that there are some things you can do to help get it under control, whether it’s lifestyle changes, meds, or both.

This quiz is not meant to be a diagnostic tool or replace the support of a credentialed health professional, such as your primary care provider.

Don’t worry, you don’t have to be “math-minded” to get the gist of why blood pressure is an important number for your health. One of the biggest takeaways: High blood pressure can be dangerous, and it’s called “the silent killer” because you can have it without experiencing symptoms.

That’s one reason why having your blood pressure checked at your provider’s office is important. If it’s running higher or lower than is ideal for your health, you’ll be able to take steps to get it under control. For some people, lifestyle changes help a lot. But other people need to take meds to help keep their blood pressure in a healthy range.

This quiz is not meant to be a diagnostic tool or replace the support of a credentialed health professional, such as your primary care provider.