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Blood pressure and heart rate go hand in hand (or arm in cuff) in most peoples minds. After all,
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these two vital signs are measured together at the doctors office.
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But the two measure distinct factors related to your heart health. Blood pressure is the force of
blood flowing against the walls of your arteries, while heart rate (or pulse) is the number of times
your heart beats every minute. Below, Cleveland Clinic cardiologist Michael Faulx, MD, explains
some key differences and busts some common myths along the way.
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pressure as your heart relaxes). For your resting heart rate, the target is between 60 and 100
beats per minute. But keep in mind, Both heart rate and blood pressure are a customized fit,
Dr. Faulx says. You need to work with your doctor to establish a baseline thats normal for you.
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Are you dragging and feeling weak? The numbers on their own dont tell the story; its the
numbers paired with how you are feeling and what symptoms you may have.
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Elevated heart rate can be a sign of danger, too, but the cause-effect relationship is not so clear.
Studies show that people who run a faster heart rate are more likely to have cardiac problems
and premature cardiac death, Dr. Faulx says. But were not sure whether that is the cause of
the problem or just a sign of whats going on.
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