According to the Mayo Clinic, blood pressure readings are classified into four categories ranging from normal blood pressure to hypertension (high blood pressure). Doctors determine how to treat high blood pressure based on these levels, which must be read two or more times at three or more visits to the doctor. Ideally, the top number should be less than 120 and the bottom number should be less than 80.
Triglycerides
Triglycerides can tell a lot about heart health. According to the Mayo Clinic, triglycerides are a type of fat found in the blood. And calories that the body doesn't use are turned into triglycerides. These are stored in fat cells and later used for energy when we’re hungry. So when we eat more than we need, triglycerides can become high. Normal triglyceride levels are considered less than 150 mg/dl. And very high triglyceride levels are considered to be 500 mg/dl or more.
If you're not sure of your "lucky seven" numbers, then it’s time for a trip to the doctor for some quick tests.