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Suffering from high BP even after cutting salt? Medical expert identifies 'hidden risk' that many miss out on

If you have reduced your intake of salt and your blood pressure is still high, there may be a deeper reason for many people. Standard advice says 120 over 80 is ideal, but that measurement may not suit everyone. Some experts recommend a systolic pressure-the upper number-110 plus half of your age, and a diastolic pressure-the lower number-under 100. If your measurements consistently stick above those values, your liver or kidneys could be calling for help. So, why do blood pressure numbers stay high after dietary changes? Dr. Jaban Moore, a doctor in functional medicine, points to insulin resistance as a root cause far more often than sodium intake.