Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. When this force is consistently too high, it puts strain on your heart and blood vessels, increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and other serious complications.
High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure also known as hypertension is often called the “silent killer” because it typically has no symptoms until serious damage has already been done. At Vitology Health, we take a proactive approach to blood pressure management, helping patients lower their numbers, reduce their risk, and protect their long-term heart health.
What Is High Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is measured in two numbers
- Systolic (top number): Pressure when your heart beats
- Diastolic (bottom number): Pressure between heartbeats
Normal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mmHg. High blood pressure is generally defined as 130/80 mmHg or higher.
Risk Factors for Hypertension
- Family history of high blood pressure
- Being overweight or obese
- Physical inactivity
- High sodium diet
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- Smoking
- Chronic stress
- Age (risk increases after 45)
Our Hypertension Management Approach
At Vitology Health, we create individualized treatment plans that may include:
- Regular blood pressure monitoring at every visit
- Lifestyle modification guidance including dietary changes (DASH diet), exercise, and stress management
- Medication management prescribing and adjusting blood pressure medications as needed
- Ongoing lab work to monitor kidney function and other markers affected by hypertension
- Patient education on how to monitor blood pressure at home and recognize warning signs
- Coordination with cardiologists when needed
Call to Action
If you've been told your blood pressure is high or if you haven't had it checked recently — don't wait. Call 817-704-1567 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Torres today.
Concerned About High Blood Pressure?
Vitology Health provides personalized care and monitoring for high blood pressure to help reduce health risks and support long-term heart health.