According to major health organizations, including the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology, the ideal blood pressure for most adults—including many older adults—is generally around:
119/79 mmHg or lower
However, the story is more complex than a single number.
Understanding Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is measured using two numbers:
- Systolic pressure (top number): pressure when the heart beats.
- Diastolic pressure (bottom number): pressure when the heart rests between beats.
For example:
119/79 mmHg
means a systolic pressure of 119 and a diastolic pressure of 79.
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