Why Does Blood Pressure Increase with Age?
Imagine an old garden hose: over time, it becomes stiffer and less flexible. Our arteries behave in a similar way.
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Arteries gradually lose elasticity
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The heart has to work harder to push blood through them
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The body regulates pressure less efficiently
As a result, slightly higher blood pressure after the age of 60 is often considered acceptable—as long as there are no additional risk factors and you feel well overall.
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