What Is a Normal Heartbeat When Taking Your Blood Pressure?

by alexoscarew | February 19, 2013 at 03:35 am
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http://www.aboutbloodpressure.ca/what-is-a-normal-heartbeat-when-taking-your-blood-pressure/

blood pressure for men

A blood pressure reading tells you two important numbers: the systolic and diastolic pressure. A third number, your pulse rate—the number of times your heart beats per minute—also helps determine your overall health.

Function

When your heart pumps blood through your arteries, the arteries expand and contract. Your heartbeat tells you the rhythm of your heart and the strength of your pulse.

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