You're in the driver's seat — You can play a vital role in managing your blood pressure.

"This book, along with the advice of your personal physician, can assist you in living a longer, healthier life."

Dr. Sheldon G. Sheps, M.D.
Editor In Chief

Controlling your blood pressure is among the most effective steps you can take to reduce your risk of heart disease, kidney failure, stroke and dementia.

5 Steps to Controlling High Blood Pressure highlights five fundamental elements of a successful treatment program ...

• PART 1: BLOOD PRESSURE BASICS — Learn the basics of high blood pressure, with details on risk factors, screening and diagnosis. Understanding how high blood pressure develops will help you keep it in check before it can seriously harm your health.
  
  PART 2: FIVE STEPS TO CONTROL HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE — Learn the five specific steps you can take to control your high blood pressure through lifestyle and medications. Simple, easy-to-follow strategies help you get your blood pressure under control and guide you past obstacles to a successful treatment program.
  
  
• PART 3: KEEPING HEALTHY — This section teaches essential self-care techniques including how to self monitor your blood pressure, avoid drug interactions, and recognize an emergency. Learn how high blood pressure impacts specific groups such as women, children or those with an additional condition, such as heart disease or diabetes.

Most importantly, this book can help you improve your overall health. Separately, each of the five proven steps can improve your health and lower your blood pressure. When combined, they form a powerful, personalized program suited to meet your specific health needs.

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