Blood Pressure is the force exerted on the walls of the blood vessels as blood flows through them. This is called systolic blood pressure. This is known as diastolic blood pressure. Your blood pressure is continually fluctuating and changing. This process happens without your conscious knowledge of the sequence of events.
Blood pressure rises and falls during a normal day.
Historically your blood pressure is at its lowest during the morning and night periods, while in between it rises according to the amount of physical and mental work you desire from your body. Diseases associated with blood pressure are the most common health predicament affiliated with modern western society. During consultations with your doctor, an accurate record of your blood pressure over a period of time can be a valuable aid in diagnosing and preventing potential health problems. This standard is only a general guideline. Blood pressure varies from person to person according to age, state of health and other physiological, psychological and environmental factors.