First published 1990
Hypertension silently damages the body like a ticking bomb, building pressure until it triggers heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, or arterial disease. Dr. Kenneth Cooper, a leading preventive medicine expert, offers a medically proven yet simple approach to reduce blood pressure naturally, often eliminating the need for drugs. This third installment of the acclaimed Preventive Medicine Program delivers current research on how cholesterol, smoking, weight, and stress influence heart disease risk. Cooper provides personalized risk assessments using new charts for both men and women, complete fitness plans that accommodate different sports preferences, and an illustrated aqua-aerobics guide. The book includes strategies for productive doctor conversations, comprehensive information about blood pressure medications with dosages and side effect management, and three complete dietary programs featuring menus, recipes, nutritional data, and cooking guidance. Cooper empowers readers to take control of their cardiovascular health through practical, actionable steps.
Genres: medical, self-help, non-fiction, health
Vibes: empowering, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: informative, self-improvement
704 pages · Hardcover · Bantam