Is A Home Blood Pressure Cuff Worth the Money?

By Dr. Scott Olson, ND Posted October 24, 2024

We all know that keeping blood pressure under control is crucial for heart health.

If you’re like most people, you get yours checked every year at your annual physical.

But should it be looked at MORE often? And is a home blood pressure cuff worth the investment?

Keep reading to find out…

I’ll get right to the point. Monitoring your blood pressure at home could add YEARS to your life.

A recently concluded study followed over 11,500 adults aged 45 to 60 for a decade. The participants with the lowest cumulative systolic blood pressure readings lived over four years longer than their peers!

But that’s not all…

These same folks also delayed the onset of heart disease by an impressive 5.4 years. That’s more than half a decade of heart-healthy living, my friend.

Now, you might be wondering how a home blood pressure cuff figures into the picture. After all, it’s not a new heart medication or a major lifestyle change.

Well, it’s simple, really. Frequently measuring your blood pressure is a powerful reminder to do what you should be doing to keep it in a healthy range.

Think about it… When you regularly see those numbers staring back at you, you’re more likely to:

• stick to your heart-healthy diet
• get moving with regular exercise
• take your blood pressure medications as prescribed
• manage stress more effectively

It’s like having a mini health coach perched right on your arm, nudging you towards better choices daily.

Choosing a blood pressure cuff can feel intimidating at first. After all, you don’t want to make the wrong choice and waste your money.

You have options ranging from arm cuffs and wrist cuffs. Some models have many bells and whistles, while others are streamlined and simple.

But the good news plenty of the more affordable cuffs are just as accurate as the more expensive ones. I suggest reading reviews and checking to see if a model comes with the features you can’t live without.

But let’s be honest. Considering that you can add YEARS to your lifespan and significantly delay heart disease, even a pricier blood pressure cuff is a bargain.

Plus, many insurance plans now even cover the cost. So, it’s worth checking with your primary care provider or cardiologist to see if you can snag one for free or at a reduced cost.

By keeping tabs on your blood pressure at home, you arm yourself (pun intended) with the information you need to make smart decisions about your heart health.

So, are home blood pressure cuffs worth the money?

Given that they have the potential to add several healthy years to your life, the answer is a resounding yes. In fact, it might be one of the best investments you ever make for your health.

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Source:

Reges O, Ning H, Wilkins JT, Wu CO, Tian X, Domanski MJ, Lloyd-Jones DM, Allen NB. Association of Cumulative Systolic Blood Pressure With Long-Term Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Healthy Longevity: Findings From the Lifetime Risk Pooling Project Cohorts. Hypertension. 2021 Feb;77(2):347-356. doi: 10. 1161 /HYPERTENSIONAHA. 120. 15650.

Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND

Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.

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