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Blood Pressure

The force of blood pushing against artery walls, measured as systolic over diastolic pressure.

Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) with two numbers:

  • Systolic (top number): Pressure during a heartbeat
  • Diastolic (bottom number): Pressure between heartbeats

Categories

  • Normal: Below 120/80
  • Elevated: 120–129 / below 80
  • High Stage 1: 130–139 / 80–89
  • High Stage 2: 140+ / 90+
  • Crisis: 180+ / 120+ (seek emergency care)

High blood pressure (hypertension) increases risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. It often has no symptoms, earning it the name "silent killer."

Related Calculators

📊 Blood Pressure Calculator📊 Heart Rate Calculator

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📝 Blood Pressure Chart & Ranges

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A numerical value calculated from height and weight, used as a screening tool for body fat categories.

BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)

The number of calories your body burns at complete rest to maintain basic life functions.

TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure)

The total number of calories burned per day, including exercise and daily activities on top of BMR.

Macronutrients

The three main nutrients the body needs in large amounts: protein, carbohydrates, and fats.

Body Fat Percentage

The proportion of total body weight that is composed of fat tissue.

Caloric Deficit

Consuming fewer calories than your body burns, which is required for weight loss.