Blood pressure is the measurable pressure exerted by the blood against the walls of the arteries. Blood pressure can vary depending on the flexibility and strength of your blood vessel walls, your heartbeat, and the volume of the blood. Neither too high nor too low is ideal—like Goldielocks that is often used by Aztec shamans, you want it just right. Get your blood pressure checked by your doctor; many times pharmacies and even shopping malls have machines where you can check your blood pressure for free. For more accuracy, home units can be purchased and are fairly inexpensive.
The following chart contains general guidelines for what your blood pressure should be at different ages. Numbers well above these can indicate over-activity in the glands; numbers well below these figures could indicate glandular under-activity.
Normal Blood Pressure Ranges
Age Systolic/Diastolic
10 100/70
20 120/80
30 122/81
40 126/84
50 130/86
60 135/89
70 166/91
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