When to test blood pressure

[Mr Happy 100]

All this food sounds great but what time of the day is it best to take a blood pressure reading.

I have my main meal at 13.00 hrs

 

[Outlier]

When you are sitting relaxed with no stressors, not hungry, thirsty or annoyed. BP is usually higher in themorning. I read in a health magazine that the arm you test is best elevated for a few minutes prior.

 

[lovinglife]

All this food sounds great but what time of the day is it best to take a blood pressure reading.

I have my main meal at 13.00 hrs

Just checking you meant to say blood pressure & not blood sugar @Mr Happy 100

 

[Mr Happy 100]

Just checking you meant to say blood pressure & not blood sugar @Mr Happy 100

Hi , blood pressure and thanks for the reply

 

[Mr Happy 100]

When you are sitting relaxed with no stressors, not hungry, thirsty or annoyed. BP is usually higher in themorning. I read in a health magazine that the arm you test is best elevated for a few minutes prior.

Appreciate your reply

 

[lovinglife]

Hi , blood pressure and thanks for the reply

You’re welcome - just wanted to be sure other than that I can’t help you as I’ve never had to home test my blood pressure

 

[Rachox]

Just to add to @Outlier ’s advice, make sure you don’t need a wee either!