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Should Salt Intake Be Increased When BP Is 108/48?
Hi there, I work out doing weight training and cardio. I took my blood pressure with a hme blood pressure kit and it reads 108/48 hr 71 - I am 41, female, 177cm tall and weigh 70kg. I feel fine and no dizziness or other symptoms. Should I up my salt intake?
Tue, 3 Jan 2017
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Your blood pressure is fine. Its normal for your built, weight and sex. No need to increase salt intake if you are not having any symptoms. Don't worry about it.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Sagar
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Your blood pressure is fine. Its normal for your built, weight and sex. No need to increase salt intake if you are not having any symptoms. Don't worry about it.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sagar
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