Blood Pressure - The Essential Guide - Softcover

'Presented in an easy to digest, jargon-free format, the book provides up to date facts and professional advice on how simple changes to your lifestyle can improve your health.' --Brechin Advertiser

In England, over 30% of adults suffer from high blood pressure; usually there are no immediate symptoms and you could have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, for years without knowing. During this time your heart may be weakened and your blood vessels damaged, leading to serious conditions such as coronary heart disease, strokes and kidney failure. Blood Pressure - The Essential Guide is for people who have been diagnosed with high, or low, blood pressure or are concerned about having a healthy blood pressure.The book also has plenty of information for those who are caring for those who have blood pressure problems; how to keep blood pressure within a healthy range and the factors contributing to high blood pressure and hypertension. Find out how you can prevent high blood pressure, what steps you can take at home to help yourself and how you can address complications. Both medical and non medical treatments are covered. If you have blood pressure problems, are looking to support someone close to you, or want to know what a healthy blood pressure is, then this essential guide has all the information you need.