HOW TO GET ACCURATE BP READINGS.

Sit down and relax for at least 5minutes after removing all coat to expose your bare upper arm.
Avoid rolling sleeves up as this can constrict the arm.
Place the cuff approximately 2.5cm above the elbow by ensuring that the cuff is well fasten to your comfort.
Press the(0/1) button to switch the monitor on.Remain calm and do not talk.
Press START,the cuff will inflate and then slowly deflate.
Make a note of the measurement and the pulse rate.
The upper two numbers are the BP reading whiles the lower number is the pulse reading.
If your blood pressure reading is 140/90mmHg or more after three consecutive checks,consult your doctor

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF HWENTIA

Hwentia has a wide range of biological and anti microbial activities. It is used for the treatment of cough, convulsions, inflammations, high blood pressure, asthma, cancer, rheumatism, dysentery, constipation, epilepsy, dermatosis, headache etc and these are attributed to the wide variety of secondary metabolites in its plant. It gives a good flavoring to soup, stews and even porridges. It can be crushed, grounded or used in whole and removed from foods after cooking and about to be served.

EFFECTS OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE ON THE EYE.

Tiny delicate blood vessels supply blood to your eyes. Like other vessels, they too can be damaged by high blood pressure. High blood pressure can damage the vessels supplying blood to your retina, causing retinopathy. This condition can lead to bleeding in the eye, blurred vision and complete loss of vision. If you also have both diabetes and high blood pressure you are at an even greater risk. Monitor your blood pressure today.

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