Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg) and is given as two figures:

• Systolic pressure (Top Reading) – the pressure when your heart pushes blood out
• Diastolic pressure (Bottom Reading) – the pressure when your heart rests between beats

For  example, if your blood pressure is "140 over 90" or 140/90mmHg, it  means you have a systolic pressure of 140mmHg and a diastolic pressure  of 90mmHg.

As a general guide:

• Normal blood pressure is considered to be between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg
• High blood pressure is considered to be 140/90mmHg or higher
• Low blood pressure is considered to be 90/60mmHg or lower

A  blood pressure reading between 120/80mmHg and 140/90mmHg could mean  you're at risk of developing high blood pressure if you don't take steps  to keep your blood pressure under control.

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