2.3. What can be done, if regular increased/low values are obtained?
a) Please consult your doctor.
b) Increased blood pressure values (various forms of hypertension) over time are associated with
considerable risks to health. Blood vessels in your body are endangered due to constriction caused by
deposits in the vessel walls (Arteriosclerosis). This can result in a deficient supply of blood to important
organs (heart, brain, muscles). Additionally, the heart will become structurally damaged.
c) There are many different causes of high blood pressure. We differentiate between the common primary
(essential) hypertension, and secondary hypertension. Secondary hypertension can cause organ
malfunctions. Please consult your doctor for information about the possible origins of your own
increased blood pressure values.
d) There are lifestyle changes you can make to prevent and reduce high blood pressure. These measures
must be part of a healthy lifestyle and include:
A) Eating habits
• Strive for a normal weight as prescribed by your doctor. Reduce overweight!
• Avoid excessive consumption of common salt. (Many «packaged foods» contain high levels of salt).
• Avoid fatty foods. (Packaged foods are frequently high in fats).
B) Previous illnesses
Consistently follow any medical instructions for treating previous illness such as:
• Diabetes (Diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes)
• Fat metabolism disorder
• Gout
C) Habits
• Eliminate smoking
• Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol
• Restrict your caffeine consumption (Coffee, tea, chocolate, etc.)
D) Physical conditioning
• After a preliminary medical examination, exercise regularly.
• Choose sports which require endurance and avoid those which require strength.
• Avoid reaching the limit of your performance.
• With previous illnesses and/or an age of over 40 years, please consult your doctor before beginning your
exercise activities. Your physician will help you develop an exercise routine that is appropriate for you.
2.4. MAM technology (Microlife Average Mode)
• «MAM technology» is a new type of concept for optimum reliability in self-measurement of blood
pressure.
• An advanced measurement accuracy is achieved by the automatic analysis of three successive
measurements.
• The new system provides reliable values for the doctor and can be used as the basis for reliable
diagnostics and medication therapy for high blood pressure.
A) Why MAM?
• Human blood pressure is not stable
• Scattering of devices
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