  Regularly checking your own blood pressure offers an important glimpse into your health and gives you the chance to keep your heart and brain in good shape.
Yet most older adults who would especially benefit from this habit don't monitor their numbers at home, a recent poll found.
High blood pressure can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke and even dementia. It's considered to be the "silent killer" because it often comes with no symptoms.
Follow the link to find out which home blood pressure monitors are accurate and why do-it-yourself monitoring can be superior to checking the numbers at the doctor's office.
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