Your doctor is probably taking your blood pressure wrong...

Your doctor takes your blood pressure at your physical exam – but does he or she take it twice? 

According to new British research, taking blood pressure measurements in BOTH arms is critical. That’s because each arm usually has a different measure – and that difference can play a large role in your risk for cardiovascular problems.

Those of us who have a significant difference of systolic pressure between the two arms are at much more risk of stroke and heart disease.

Dr. Christopher E. Clark, lead author of the study, says don’t be shy. We need to be proactive and ask our doctors to measure our blood pressure in BOTH arms. Knowing your risk early – and making necessary lifestyle changes, could extend or even save your life.