India, Feb. 4 -- If your blood pressure readings keep bouncing between 120 and 140, it's easy to assume that being slightly above or below the "ideal" number is harmless. After all, close enough should count - right? But when it comes to blood pressure, experts say precision matters far more than most people realise. The ideal number isn't just a guideline; it's the goal your heart and blood vessels are designed to function best at - and settling for anything less may quietly raise your long-term risk.

Dr Evan Levine, a New York-based cardiovascular specialist with 30 years of experience, and board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Nuclear Cardiology, is highlighting the importance of precise blood pressure control str...