Smartbp - Smart Blood Pressure App

11/02/2026

A walk after dinner, a few laps around the store, or time in the garden can all be part of a more active week. The American Heart Association says regular physical activity can help manage blood pressure, weight, and stress—and a gym is not required.

The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week. Choose movement that fits your health needs and your clinician’s advice. SmartBP lets you record your readings and add notes or tags, so you can keep your health information organized.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/app/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/changes-you-can-make-to-manage-high-blood-pressure/getting-active-to-control-high-blood-pressure
SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

10/27/2026

Smoking damages blood vessels and increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. A normal blood pressure reading doesn’t make smoking safe.

Quitting helps protect your heart. You don’t have to do it alone—ask your healthcare team about support to quit.

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/about/cigarettes-and-cardiovascular-disease.html

SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

10/26/2026

Blood pressure normally falls 10-20% while you sleep (dipping). The CDC notes that sleep problems can keep it elevated longer, and sleep apnea is linked with a higher risk of high blood pressure and other cardiovascular problems (non-dippers). A daytime reading cannot show what happened overnight.

SmartBP does not measure blood pressure; use a separate monitor for your readings. SmartBP helps you log readings, add notes and tags, look at trends, and create PDF reports to share with a doctor or healthcare professional.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/app/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/about/sleep-and-heart-health.html
SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

10/21/2026

Before you press start, give yourself five quiet minutes. The American Heart Association recommends avoiding smoking, caffeine, and exercise for 30 minutes before a home reading; emptying your bladder; and sitting quietly without talking.

Use a validated upper-arm monitor with the right cuff size. Place the cuff on bare skin, support your arm at heart level, then take two readings one minute apart at consistent times and record them. SmartBP lets you record readings, add notes and tags, and create reports to share with your healthcare professional. SmartBP does not measure blood pressure; you need a separate monitor.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/app/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings/monitoring-your-blood-pressure-at-home
SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

10/14/2026

One lower-than-usual reading can make you pause. The American Heart Association says a single low reading is not usually concerning on its own, but symptoms such as dizziness or nausea matter—record what you felt and when, then contact a healthcare professional.

A reading history gives your clinician a fuller picture than one measurement. SmartBP lets you record readings, symptoms, and notes, then create a report to share with your healthcare professional.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/app/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings/monitoring-your-blood-pressure-at-home
Additional source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/the-facts-about-high-blood-pressure/low-blood-pressure-when-blood-pressure-is-too-low
SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

10/13/2026

A blood pressure cuff is easy to overlook, but its size is part of every home reading. The American Heart Association recommends a validated upper-arm monitor with a correctly sized cuff placed directly on bare skin.

Correct cuff size is one piece of a careful routine, alongside sitting quietly for at least five minutes, supporting your arm at heart level, and not talking during the measurement. The AHA also recommends taking two readings one minute apart and recording them, because a history can offer a fuller picture than one reading alone.

SmartBP lets you record your readings and add notes or tags, such as which arm you used. That context can stay with your records when you review or share them with a healthcare professional.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/app/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings/monitoring-your-blood-pressure-at-home
Cuff size article: https://smartbp.app/blog/importance-of-correct-cuff-size
SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

10/12/2026

Getting ready for a healthcare visit can mean gathering a lot of information. SmartBP lets you share records from the History screen, and premium features include printing or sharing PDF reports.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/smartbp-smart-blood-pressure/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.smartbp.app/faq

SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

09/25/2026

⚠️ Blood Pressure Medication Recall

A nationwide recall has been issued for a specific batch of chlorthalidone 25 mg, a prescription medication commonly used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention.

The affected tablets may not dissolve properly, which could reduce how effectively the medication works.

Check your bottle for:
• Chlorthalidone Tablets, 25 mg
• 100 tablets per bottle
• NDC: 64980-599-01
• Batch: RISA24002
• Expiration: 04/2027

If your medication matches these details, contact your pharmacist or healthcare provider for guidance. Do not stop taking your blood pressure medication without first speaking with your healthcare provider.

Read more:
https://www.health.com/blood-pressure-medication-recall-september-2026-12138343

Certain bottles of chlorthalidone may not dissolve properly, potentially affecting how well the medication works. Learn how to identify the recalled pills.

09/21/2026

When you’re choosing a home blood pressure monitor, it’s easy to focus on whether it connects. A more important first check: make sure it’s a validated monitor with a cuff that fits around your upper arm.

The American Heart Association recommends an automatic, cuff-style upper-arm monitor. Wrist and finger monitors are not recommended because they give less reliable readings.

SmartBP can connect with supported Bluetooth blood pressure monitors and helps you record, organize, visualize, and share readings measured with a separate monitor. A clear record may make it easier to share information with a healthcare professional.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/app/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings/monitoring-your-blood-pressure-at-home
SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

09/18/2026

“Which pill is this for again?” Medication questions can come up right alongside a home blood pressure reading.

SmartBP can record blood pressure readings, medications, and notes, then create reports to share with a doctor, healthcare provider, or family.

Learn more about SmartBP: https://apps.apple.com/app/id519076558
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartbloodpressure&hl=en_US
Source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings/monitoring-your-blood-pressure-at-home
SmartBP® is not a substitute for a doctor or professional healthcare advice. Information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.