<s>[INST] just got back from the doctor, bp was always low in my younger years 90/60  now that Im 55 140/72  Im active, road bike 30 miles per day and 55  130  parents had high bp but always thought it was because of their diet and lack of exercise.  Is this high, doctor didnt seemed concerned at all. [/INST] Hello, thanks for posting a question. Your blood pressure at 140/70 mmHg is slightly high. This means stage 1 hypertension. Sedentary lifestyle, genetic factors, family history causes hypertension. Your family history increases your chance. I usually do not commence medication on patients that I detect with stage 1 hypertension immediately, till after 3-4 weeks of continuous high blood pressure. Instead, I advise my patients to eat a diet that contains green vegetables, fruits, fish etc. Exercise at least 3 times a week and reduce salt intake. I advise you to discuss with your physician, so he can fully examine you. Best regards </s>