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For Older Adults: Which BP Number Is Most Dangerous After 60?(Systolic vs Diastolic) | Senior Living If you are over the age of 60, the rules of blood pressure change completely. For years, many older adults were told to focus on the bottom number (Diastolic). However, modern cardiology now confirms that for aging adults, the top number (Systolic) is the strongest predictor of stroke and heart disease. In this Senior Living video, a cardiologist with 25 years of experience explains why Systolic blood pressure becomes the most critical number after age 60, and why so many older adults are unaware of this silent risk. 🔎 We break down a condition affecting millions of older adults called Isolated Systolic Hypertension (ISH) — when: The top number rises (140, 150, 160+) While the bottom number stays normal or drops lower ⚠️ This growing gap between the two numbers is a key warning sign of arterial stiffness, which dramatically increases the risk of: Stroke Heart failure Brain and kidney damage In this Senior Living episode, we also explain why a low Diastolic number is not always good news for older adults, and how it can contribute to dizziness, falls, and reduced blood flow to the heart. 📚 IN THIS VIDEO, OLDER ADULTS WILL LEARN: 🧠 The Verdict: Why Systolic pressure is the #1 danger signal after age 60 📏 The “Gap” Warning: Why readings like 160/70 are more dangerous than they appear ⚠️ Low Diastolic Risks: How a bottom number under 60 can increase fall risk 🫀 Stiff Arteries Explained: Why aging blood vessels change your readings ✅ Action Plan: How to lower the top number without crashing the bottom number 🔔 BIG PICTURE SUMMARY FOR OLDER ADULTS 📺 This educational video is part of the Senior Living health series, designed to help older adults: ✔️ Reduce stroke risk ✔️ Protect heart and brain health ✔️ Understand their blood pressure numbers clearly 👉 Subscribe to Senior Living for trusted, easy-to-understand health guidance made specifically for older adults. #SeniorLiving #BloodPressure #SystolicVsDiastolic #HighBloodPressure #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #HealthyAging #OlderAdults #Hypertension #Cardiology #BloodPressureAfter60 #SeniorHealth #HeartDiseasePrevention #AgingWell #HealthEducation 0:00 – Cardiologist, 25 yrs: The #1 blood pressure question after age 60 0:31 – Dr. Maria Golden – Systolic (top) vs Diastolic (bottom) explained 1:09 – Top number = peak pressure, bottom = resting pressure 2:20 – After 60: Systolic becomes the MOST important number 3:45 – Why? Arteries stiffen → isolated systolic hypertension 5:01 – Stiff arteries = more damage to heart, brain, kidneys (hose analogy) 6:06 – Fix it: Lifestyle + meds dropped patient’s systolic 150s → 120s 11:38 – Quick action steps: Know your numbers, monitor home, cut sodium, take meds, talk to doctor ============== Welcome to Senior Living, a trusted channel created for older adults in the United States who want to age with confidence, strength, and independence. At Senior Living, we share clear, practical guidance focused on Senior health topics that matter most after 60, including heart health, mobility, energy, and mental clarity. Our content delivers easy-to-follow Senior Health Tips designed to fit real American lifestyles, without confusing medical jargon. We also explore senior nutrition, highlighting foods, daily habits, and nutrition strategies that support healthy aging and long-term wellness. Senior Living is built for seniors who want reliable information, not trends or fear-based advice. With Senior Living, you’ll discover balanced insights that help you make smarter health choices every day. Stay connected with Senior Living for trusted Senior health education, practical senior nutrition guidance, and proven Senior Health Tips to support a healthier, more active life at every stage. Subscribe to Senior Living today and transform the way you age.    / @seniorliving-c6o