This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as how to look younger with the DASH Diet.

Hypertension, more commonly known as high blood pressure, is the leading cause of morbidity in the world. Its incidence has not only increased among the elderly but it seems to have affected the younger population as well. Statistics have shown that there is an increase in its incidence among the teenagers, predisposing them to cardiovascular diseases and stroke. A lot of treatment approaches have already been introduced to fight hypertension.

However, the numbers of those afflicted are continuously growing. It has been shown that the most effective method of preventing and treating hypertension is lifestyle modification. One of the components of lifestyle change is diet modification, which makes use of a meal plan that is low in sodium, cholesterol and sugar, but high in minerals, fiber and omega-3. This meal plan, called DASH diet, is now internationally recognized to lower blood pressure. This book contains recipes that follow the DASH diet principles to help you fight hypertension.

Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn

Introduction to Hypertension and DASH Diet
Meeting Your DASH Goals
Low-Salt Meal Plan
Low-Cholesterol Meal Plan
High-Fiber Meal Plan
Omega-3-Rich Meal Plan
Low-Sugar Meal Plan
Much, much more!

Introduction to Hypertension and DASH Diet

Hypertension is one of those diseases that is being underestimated and ignored by a lot of people. Many of those who are afflicted with this disease choose not to undergo treatment because of lack of signs and symptoms. However, what they are not aware of is that hypertension is actually a "traitor disease." A hypertensive patient will not experience any symptom until a more severe disease arises.

Hypertension, more commonly known as high blood pressure, comprises one of the leading causes of death in the world, aside from being the most common cardiovascular disease. It has been associated with different cardiovascular disorders, such as myocardial infarction, also known as heart attack, cerebrovascular accident or stroke, and coronary artery disease. Despite all the treatments that have been introduced over time, there are still a lot of people who are suffering from hypertension. This could be attributed to two main things: first, lack of knowledge of the patient regarding his condition, and second, non-compliance of an aware patient.