So many people are on blood pressure medication, or heart medication which can lower their blood pressure, and generally only rely on the checks done by the doctors surgery. Many people have high blood pressure without knowing it, which can be a ticking time bomb, so would advise the general public to purchase a blood pressure machine from their chemist, use it regularly and chart their blood pressure and pulse.High blood pressure can have an adverse effect on the body, and can seriously affect the function of heart and kidneys, and cause a risk of a stroke. So it is important to keep it under control. High blood pressure can be managed with medication from your doctor. Diet and losing weight can also help with reducing your blood pressure. It is important to control it early rather than risking serious health complications in the future that can't be undone. Low blood pressure is not without risks dehydration, heart disease and some medications lower your blood pressure.

Sometimes this can lead to dizziness and fainting, so monitoring your blood pressure is a way to take control of your health. This book is to be used as a means to record your blood pressure readings in order to aid doctors to provide you with the right treatment.