Normal blood pressure can vary slightly by age, but medical guidelines give general ranges for healthy adults and children. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and reported as systolic/diastolic (top number/bottom number).
Children & Teens
| Age | Normal BP (Systolic/Diastolic) |
|---|---|
| 1–5 years | 90–110 / 55–75 mmHg |
| 6–13 years | 95–115 / 60–80 mmHg |
| 14–18 years | 110–120 / 65–80 mmHg |
Adults
| Age | Normal BP (Systolic/Diastolic) |
|---|---|
| 19–39 years | 110–130 / 70–85 mmHg |
| 40–59 years | 120–135 / 75–85 mmHg |
| 60+ years | 120–140 / 75–90 mmHg |
⚠️ Note: These are typical ranges. Blood pressure naturally rises slightly with age, but readings consistently above 130/80 mmHg in adults may indicate hypertension.
Key Tips for Healthy Blood Pressure
- Check regularly – home monitors or doctor visits.
- Maintain healthy weight – excess weight can raise BP.
- Limit salt intake – sodium increases blood pressure.
- Exercise regularly – cardio helps keep BP in range.
- Manage stress – chronic stress can elevate BP.
If you want, I can make a visual age-based blood pressure chart that’s easy to reference at home—it shows safe, borderline, and high readings by age.
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