Let’s start with what you can expect from blood pressure levels in the morning. Dr. Aubrey Grant, MD, FACC, a cardiologist with MedStar Health, says that morning spikes in blood pressure are common because of the body’s natural circadian rhythm. “Stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline rise in the early hours, increasing heart rate and vascular tone,” he says, adding that this surge can be more pronounced in people with hypertension.If you have untreated sleep apnea, have high alcohol or salt intake, didn’t sleep well the night before or you haven’t taken your morning medications yet, Dr. Grant says that these are all factors that can cause an increase in blood pressure in the early hours.Related: Here's Exactly What Happens to Your Blood Pressure if You Skip Breakfast
What about the actions that can cause blood pressure to decrease? Dr. Grant says that a short session of light exercise (such as a brisk walk or yoga), drinking water, practicing deep breathing or meditation and eating nutrient-rich meals that are low in sodium can all cause blood pressure to decrease.If you have an intense workout, Dr. Singer says that this can cause a temporary increase in blood pressure, but he emphasizes that this isn’t something to worry about. This fluctuation is normal and your blood pressure will go back down as you recover.
When To Worry About Changes in Your Blood Pressure, Cardiologists Warn
Dr. Singer says that the primary time to worry about changes in blood pressure is when it falls outside the normal range, either too low or too high. According to the American Heart Association, the normal range for blood pressure is a systolic (upper number) of less than 120 and a diastolic (lower number) of less than 80. If your systolic (upper number) is higher than 180 and your diastolic (lower number) is higher than 120, consult your doctor ASAP.
It’s also important to know if your blood pressure is too low. “Feeling dizzy, faint, light-headed or even passing out are all signs that blood pressure is too low,” Dr. Singer says. If this happens, contact your doctor immediately.
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