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What is the normal BP for senior males and if the upper reading is a little above 150 but the bottom reading below 80, does it call for some medication or care?
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Dear lybrateuser, - Your bp is above normal level of 140 mm of Hg, it requires investigations, dietary changes & regular exercise - get your blood cholesterol, sugar, ECG done to rule out any other problem - have a salt restricted diet, avoid deep fried & salty foods like namkeens, papads, pickles - have more of fibre containing foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, sprouts & a handful of nuts - do regular exercise like walking, yoga, meditation & deep breathing - sleep well for 7-8 hrs at night to destress - monitor bp, if it doesn't come down then consult a doctor for medication.
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